Stumpgrinders
Stump grinders remove tree stumps by literally chipping away at them. This course is designed for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their skills. Walk away from this course with newfound skills and knowledge ready to develop out in the field.
We allocate 1 day for training and assessment. Number of candidates per course: 4
Description
During in this course, you will cover:
- Carry out operator checks and identify the safety features of a stump grinder
- Inspect and identify defects on the grinding mechanism
- Prepare machine prior to operation, start the machine, carry out safety checks and stop machine
- Prepare a work area and a range of stumps for grinding and identify hazardous materials not to be ground
- Use approved techniques for safe and efficient stump grinding of a range of stump sizes
- State the procedure for removing blockages
- Re-instate ground and deal with arisings
- Prepare machine for transport and storage.
After finishing this course, you will receive a Certificate.
Availability
Please contact us to discuss your requirements
Course Specific Notes
You will need to bring:
- A form of photo ID either valid driving licence or passport.
- Non snag clothing suitable for all weather as you will be outside
- Chainsaw Boots
- Gloves with GripArborist Helmet, complete with full mesh face shield and visor also ear defenders conform to 31SNR ratin
- Personal First Aid Kits
- Safety trousers.
- Shorts are not allowed to be worn during training.
Important Information:
Lunch is not provided. Course details are emailed to the person who made the booking, within 14 days of the start date. Your booking confirmation email only serves to confirm your booking and payment and the date and timings of your course. Once booked via the website or issued proforma, the course is non refundable or non transferable. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our team.
VENUE: Course held at a Northamptonshire venue.