Woodchippers

Who should do this course?

Any person employed in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance who is or will be required to operate woodchippers. Inexperienced members may require longer than the stated guide times to fully utilise the information supplied.

Course Details:

This course aims to provide learners with the base knowledge to understand the principles of best practice in operating woodchippers. Some of the key learning objectives of this course are to produce a site specific risk assessment for wood chipping operations. State the principles of HSE legislation and safety guidelines for using a woodchipper.Select the appropriate PPE and state the maintenance requirements. Carry out operator checks and identify the safety features of a woodchipper. Carry out routine operator maintenance.Inspect and identify defects on the blades.Prepare machine prior to operation, start the machine, carry out safety checks and stop machine. Prepare a work area and a range of materials for chipping and identify hazardous materials not to be chipped. Use approved techniques to chip woody brush and both short and long sections of timber safely and effectively. State the procedure for removing blockages.State the safety and environmental factors associated with the disposal of woodchips and the various end uses of woodchips. Prepare machine for transport and storage. Of 1 day duration although this can be lengthened if required.

Accreditation: Lantra Awards

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