Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Brush-cutters and Trimmers - Brush-cutters (0014-26)
Louis Alexander Steven Smith
The qualification is aimed at those who use brush-cutters or trimmers as part of their work, either in horticulture, arboriculture or forestry. This covers the use of brush-cutters or trimmers, covering pre-use checks and maintenance, identification of controls and instruments and operating the machine to cut or trim to the capacity of the machine. The minimum age for learners is 16 Ofqual Accreditation No: 601/1299/2
Skills / Knowledge
- Trimmer And Brushcutter Operations
Issued on
January 10, 2025
Expires on
Does not expire
Earning Criteria
Optional
Unit 201 (Trimmer and brushcutter operations) - They are able to:
Carry out a risk assessment
Know the health and safety legislation that underpins trimmer and brushcutter operations
Know the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for trimmer and brushcutter operations
Know the health and safety features of the equipment being used
Know how to maintain the trimmer / brushcutter
Know how to operate a trimmer / brushcutter
Understand different operating techniques
Know how to store equipment safely and appropriately