Course overview
It is recommended that operators wishing to take this course have experience of tractor drivingCourse Content: Personal safety:• Personal protective equipment• Mounting and dismounting• Machine knowledge• Use of manufacturer's handbook• Safe stop procedureObservation:• All-round checks• Direction of travelGeneral safety:• Pre-start checks• Controls and instrumentation• Use of handbrake• Move-off procedure• Use of gears and speed• Manoeuvring.Slope assessment:• Grip test• Evaluation of angle of slope• Evaluation of machine in use• SafetyTravelling:• Manoeuvring with trailed implements• Manoeuvring with mounted implementsGeneral:• Safety• Security of loads• LegislationPersonal Protective Equipment for Tractor Driving Courses:• Close fitting overalls• Steel toe capped shoes/boots• Light industrial gloves
Location
