UNIT 20-53
Stump Grinder
Stump Grinder NPTC Level 2 20-53 Unit 220
1 Day Course
Course description
This course covers appropriate techniques and safety guidelines for operating and maintaining a stump grinder. Candidates will learn how to prepare the site and equipment whilst ensuring environmental and safety controls. The course consists of 1 day training including the NPTC assessment.
Training content
- Legislation knowledge
- Risk assessment
- Maintenance and routine checks of the equipment
- Correct pre-use checks and safety procedure
- Cutting mechanism and maintenance
- Preparation of site and machine
- Operation of the stump grinder
- Unblocking the stump grinder
- Excavation and disposal of arisings
- Cleaning, transport and storage
Assessment content
- NPTC Unit 220 – Safe use of a Stump Grinder
To view the 20-53 NPTC assessment guidance please click the link below
Who is the course for?
This qualification is aimed at those who operate a stump grinder as part of their work, either in the horticulture, arboriculture, forestry or grounds maintenance industries.
price and booking
Course cost: £250+VAT per person price includes NPTC assessment fees.
Booking: If you would like to book onto this course please the requirements below, and follow to our contact form.
Dates: Please click the link below to view our online calendar below for all up coming course dates
Prerequisites
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No prerequisite NPTC qualifications needed!
- NPTC candidates must be over 16 years old
Equipment requirements
- PPE: Hard hat with ear & eye protection, gloves and steel toe-cap boots
- Stump Grinder will be supplied by Ground Up Training
Please ensure all equipment is PUWER compliant and PPE is in good condition. Equipment is available for hire if candidates do not yet have their own. Please contact the office for cost.