Machinery Hydraulics

This 1-day technical course is suitable for anyone who maintains groundcare machinery. It is also suitable for operatives looking to enhance their technical knowledge. Upon completion you receive a Lantra Award in Groundcare Machinery Maintenance - hydraulics.

Please note that you must have completed the Groundcare Machinery Maintenance - Health & Safety e-learning course before staring this course. This is an online Health and Safety Qualification, completed in approximately 1 hour of self-study.

The course is delivered by an experienced instructor. It equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary for the maintenance of your machinery's hydraulic components. In the theory part, your instructor will ensure you understand the hydraulic aspects of groundcare machinery. They will further that learning through practical demonstrations, before you gain hands-on experience of basic hydraulic operation. You will also learn about best practice, and how to test for common hydraulic faults.

During the course you will cover;

Hydraulics safety

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hydraulics circuits and component identification

Preliminary hydraulic maintenance and best practice

Troubleshooting and resolving common hydraulic faults

Hydraulic systems testing in groundcare machinery