Program Overview

Tractor Driven Arm Mounted Flail Cutter (Lantra Awards)

Overview

This one-day course at Writtle College is designed for experienced tractor drivers who wish to use an arm mounted flail cutter. The course is accredited by Lantra Awards and includes an assessment.

Full Description

The course covers the following topics:

• Preparation and maintenance
• Site safety
• Machinery operation
• Hedge trimming
• Verge cutting
• Ditch or dyke cutting

The course is aimed at operators working in a commercial environment, and the instructor/student ratio is 1:4. During the assessment process, participants will be asked to identify certain tractor instruments/controls and perform maintenance checks.

Who Should Attend?

This course is for experienced tractor drivers. Participants will be asked to sign and return an Experienced Tractor Driving Operator Declaration before attending.

Dates

Dates are to be confirmed. Participants can register their interest in future courses, and the college will be in touch when dates are arranged.

Where You'll Study

The course is held at Writtle College, which offers a range of courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialized fields.

Fees & Funding

Course Fees

• Standard fee: £275
• Bookings for four people: £900

Entry Requirements

The course is aimed at competent tractor drivers. Participants should be certain of their ability before attending, as they will be asked to sign and return an Experienced Tractor Driving Operator Declaration.

Participants must wear steel toe-capped boots or shoes, gloves, and suitable protective clothing that provides full cover for arms and legs. A high-visibility vest is also recommended.

By making a booking, participants are declaring themselves medically fit to participate in this course.

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Participants can register their interest in future courses, and the college will be in touch when dates are arranged.