Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Brush-cutters and Trimmers - Brush-cutters (0014-21)
Issued by
City & Guilds
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
Earning Criteria
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Unit 201 (Trimmer and brushcutter operations) - They are able to:
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Carry out a risk assessment
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Know the health and safety legislation that underpins trimmer and brushcutter operations
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Know the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for trimmer and brushcutter operations
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Know the health and safety features of the equipment being used
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Know how to maintain the trimmer / brushcutter
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Know how to operate a trimmer / brushcutter
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Understand different operating techniques
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Know how to store equipment safely and appropriately