Woodchippers - Barony (Dumfries)
Woodchippers are popular pieces of equipment used in industries from arboriculture to woodland preservation. They're powerful tools that have the potential to cause injury if used incorrectly. This makes training essential.
Provider
Scotland's Rural College, ParkgateEnquire via the Scotland's Rural College website.
Description
Woodchippers are popular pieces of equipment used in industries from arboriculture to woodland preservation. They're powerful tools that have the potential to cause injury if used incorrectly. This makes training essential. This is a hands-on course that delivers both practical skills and health and safety as well as demonstrating that you and your employer have completed sufficient training to meet the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). Learn how to operate this powerful machine safely and confidently with our one-day course. This is an integrated training and assessment course. You'll receive a certificate of training once it is completed. We'll use a balanced mix of theory and practical sessions to guide you through the process. You'll learn all the key health and safety issues. Routine maintenance and practical work will include chipping and removing blockages. There are no preconditions but a good level of fitness is required. Duration: one day. 9am-4:30pm
About Scotland's Rural College
It's not just agriculture and farming - at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) we offer learning and expertise to support the natural economy and meet the global challenges of tomorrow. From vocational training and CPD to postgraduate qualifications, our course offerings cover everything from agriculture to zoonoses & epidemiology -and a world of options in between.
Next Generation Practical Training Fund
The Next Generation Practical Training Fund has been established by Scottish Government with an aim to support those relatively new to agriculture, by providing the opportunity for skills development and training on the practicalities of agricultural practice as well as wider business and sustainability skills, in order to help them secure, sustain and progress their careers.
