Brushcutter/trimmer

Brushcutters / Trimmers Training – Maintenance and Operation

Our Brushcutter/Trimmers integrated training and assessment course is delivered by experienced Lantra instructors who will teach you how to use a brushcutter/trimmer safely and with confidence, and ensure you are aware of the relevant regulations and safety requirements.

Who is it for?

Our Lantra training course in brushcutter/trimmer is suitable for those working in the agriculture, horticulture, landscaping, and grounds maintenance industries. This course is physical, so you must be fit and able to carry out the tasks required in the course programme.

Course content

  • Safety and risk assessment
  • HSE legislation
  • Protective clothing
  • Components and maintenance
  • Practical maintenance
  • Fuelling and starting
  • Testing the safety features
  • Checking balance of the brushcutter/trimmer
  • On site environmental risk assessment
  • Safe operation
  • Work planning

We can also provide City & Guilds / NPTC Assessment for this course at an extra cost, if required.

Course summary

Title: Brushcutter/trimmer

Assessment: Lantra Integrated

Cost: £180+VAT per person to include Lantra training, assessment, and eCertificate

Prices may vary depending on location and/or numbers.

Duration: 1-day
Novice operators may need more time.

Pre-requisites: None

Learners will require…

  • Brushcutter/Trimmer 
  • Operator manual, if available
  • PPE:
    • Ear defenders
    • Safety goggles/face shield
    • Steel toecap boots
    • Second layer of legwear (e.g. over trousers/boilersuit)
    • Work gloves
  • Fuel and oil
  • Maintenance tools
  • Packed lunch

Availability