Stumpgrinder Operator Training

WHO SHOULD ATTEND OUR TRAINING COURSE?

This Stump Grinder training course equips delegates with the essential knowledge and hands-on practical skills required to safely and competently operate a stump grinder. The course focuses on both the correct operation of stump grinding machinery and best practices in health and safety. Whether you’re new to stump grinding or looking to formalise your experience with a recognised qualification, this course provides the confidence and competence needed to carry out stump removal tasks efficiently and responsibly.

AGENDA

By the end of this one-day training course you will be able to:

• Produce a site-specific risk assessment for stump grinding operations
• State the principles of health and safety legislation and guidelines for using a stump grinder
• Select the appropriate personal protective equipment and state the maintenance requirements
• Carry out operator checks and identify the safety features of a stump grinder
• Carry out routine operator maintenance
• Inspect and identify defects on the grinding mechanism
• Prepare machine prior to operation, start the machine, carry out safety checks and stop machine
• Prepare a work area and a range of stumps for grinding and identify hazardous materials not to be ground
• Use approved techniques for safe and efficient stump grinding of a range of stump sizes
• State the procedure for removing blockages
• Re-instate ground and deal with arisings
• Prepare machine for transport and storage

STUMP GRINDER COURSE AIM

This stumpgrinder driving training course provides delegates with the knowledge and practical skills required to competently drive and operate an StumpGrinder This is a hands-on course that delivers both practical skills and health & safety guidance.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Our training course will suit anyone who drives/ operates an StumpGrinder as part of your work operating in the following industries.

• Grounds maintenance professionals
• Arborists and tree surgeons
• Landscaping contractors
• Local authority maintenance teams
• Parks and recreation staff
• Estate and land management workers
• Gardeners and horticulturists
• Individuals seeking certification to comply with health and safety regulations

LANTRA CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion of the course delegates will receive a certificate of competence and for LANTRA training an accredited certificate and skills card will be awarded.

PRICE

The GGM Academy LANTRA Stumpgrinder operator training course can be carried out at our GGM training academy in Colne, Lancashire or at your premises using your own equipment. :

£224.00 +vat per person (1 full days) – includes Lantra registration fee

For more information please contact our Training team: