Overview
Competence in Tractor Driving and Related Operations CG NPTC Level 2 CertificateThis course covers the safe driving of an Agricultural tractor, pre- start maintenance checks and safety checks and recognition of controls and instruments. During your assessment the tractor is to be driven safely and correctly through a range of situations (including reversing with a trailer).
The course will cover trailer hitching and attaching 3-point linkage and PTO driven attachments correctly and safely. There is also an optional unit that covers the use of tractors fitted with a front end mounted loader, which can be added as an additional option.
Upon successful completion of this course candidates will receive a City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Tractor Driving and Related Operations. This qualification is issued for life, however NPTC recommends that refresher training is carried out every three to four years.
As well as being held at the college, this course can be delivered on your own site, using your own equipment ensuring your employees are trained in the environment they are most familiar with and at a time that best suits you (please contact admissions to discuss your requirements).
This course is 3-4 days (A 4th day can be added if you require front loader training, this will bring the total cost to £450).
Course information
Need to know
Entry requirements
The minimum age for a candidate taking this course is 16 years old. There are no other formal entry requirements for this qualification.
What qualification will I gain?
Competence in Tractor Driving and Related Operations CG NPTC Level 2 Certificate.
Course content
What will I study?
- Identify hazards specific to the site, task and machine
- Identify and explain function of instruments and controls on the machine
- Carry out daily pre-start checks to the tractor
- Demonstrate knowledge of potential hazards that could arise when using a tractor and the correct procedure/precautions to be observed when driving
- Preparation and maintenance
- Safe driving and handling of the tractor
- Hitching/manoeuvring with trailed implements
- Hitching/manoeuvring with mounted implements
- Drive tractor and trailer around a designated course as outlined by the assessor, to include negotiating corners, gear changing and reversing in a confined space
- Tip trailer, uncouple and park tractor safely
- Attach a PTO driven machine to the tractor and fit PTO shaft
- Demonstrate knowledge of factors to consider when using PTO shaft
- Operating a loader.
Additional information
Candidates will be required to supply their own personal protective equipment which should consist of:
- Overalls
- Steel toe capped boots
This course is 3-4 days (A 4th day can be added if you require front loader training, this will bring the total cost to £450).
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.
Apply now
To apply for this course, Please contact Alex Albert on 01767626215 or email aalbert@bedford.ac.uk
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The College offers an instalment plan for Further Education and Higher Education courses to students where the total amount payable at the point of enrolment is £200 or more. Within the scheme there is an ability to pay up to 6 instalments, depending on the length of the courses and the final payment must be paid at least a month before the end of the course.
If you are aged 19 or over you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay the tuition fees for this course. Alternatively, you can pay by instalments to help make the cost of this course more affordable.
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Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
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