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COURSE OBJECTIVES
To enable course members to:
The use of the manufacturer’s instruction book is stressed at all times to ensure
maintenance and adjustments are carried out to manufacturers’ recommendations.
Who is the Course For?
Any person employed in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance that is or will be required to operate Stump Grinders. Inexperienced members may require longer than the stated guide times to fully utilise the information supplied.
This is an Integrated Training and Assessment (ITA) course, and successful candidates
will receive a Certificate of Basic Training and ID card
Duration/Format
One day
Instructor/Trainee Ratio
Max: 1:4 for novices
Max: 1:6 for experienced operators (Evidence of experience required)
Course Content
Introduction
Risk Assessment
Legislation
Personal Protective Equipment
Pre-use checks
Safety Features
Routine checks and maintenance
Grinding mechanism
Start machine and carry out safety checks
Preparation of site , machine and materials
Operation of Stump Grinder
Unblocking Stump Grinder
Re-instate ground and deal with arisings
Cleaning, transport and storage
Equipment Required
Stump Grinder complying with safety regulations as per AFAGSafety Guide 606
Operator’s instruction books and service manuals for all machinery
Trainees will be asked to bring:-
Notebook and pencil
Safety Helmet
Ear defenders
Visor or Safety goggles
Gloves with close fitting cuffs
Safety boots
Hi-viz clothing
Passport photos for Skills ID card
Fuel in appropriate container for own machine
Tool kit for own machine
Venue
Dry, clean workshop with light and heating (if necessary).
Suitable site for practical operation including stumps to be ground
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