What are the course objectives?

Be able to carry out a risk assessment of the task in hand
Enter and leave the cab safely
Understand the purpose and meaning of the instrumentation
Understand the function of all controls
Understand the hazards associated with some controls
Start and stop the engine in a safe manner
Be competent in driving a tractor in a forward and reverse direction
Leave the tractor in a safe state
Understand the reasons for daily checks
Competently perform checking of the lubrication, cooling and air intake of the engine, perform basic lubrication of the tractor and ensure the tractor is in a safe road going state
Attach a mounted implement and manoeuvre in a forward and reverse direction with a trailed implement
Leave unattached implements in a safe state
Correctly attach a power take off (PTO) shaft between tractor and implement
Attach the PTO shaft guards correctly
Assess the minimum turning circle of the machine and the angle of the PTO shaft
Carry out basic operations using tractor mounted loader

Instructions:

9am to 4.30pm

Overalls or close fitting clothing;

Suitable weather protection
Safety boots or shoes (steel toecaps)
Reading glasses if normally used
Packed lunch
**Sun protection if appropriate

Please email or bring a passport style photo