What is in this course?

Course Description: Woodchippers are great machines for chipping and mulching down materials such as branches, creating a useful biproduct. However, if used incorrectly have the risk of causing a serious injury to the operators and others. This course will cover the safety guidelines and correct techniques of using a woodchipper. What does the course cover? Risk Assessment, Legislation, PPE, Emergency Shutdown, Safety Checks, Pre-Start Checks, Preparation of Material, Maneuvering and Siting Machine, Site Safety, Operation of the Machine using a range of Techniques, End Uses of Woodchips, Clean down for Transport and Aftercare Maintenance. Suitable for those working in Arboriculture, Forestry, Grounds, Facilities and Estate Maintenance. IMPORTANT: Candidates must be aged 16 years old or over and ideally hold a current Emergency First Aid at Work (plus Forestry) certificate. others.