City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Tractor Driving and Related Operations

Course Description

Over-view:

If you use a tractor as part of your employment this course will provide you with the foundations to operate this vehicle safely. This course will be applicable to you if you are working in the following industries, agriculture, horticulture and ground maintenance. Upon a successful completion you will be provided with a certificate of competence. 

Course Contents:

1. Pre-start checks and adjustments
2. Identify health & safety issues in relation to the preparation and use of tractors
3. Differentiate between attachments that are safe to use & compatible with the tractor & those that are not
4. Identify conditions which should be taken into account when using attachments and requirements needed for different operations
5. Identify the correct use and duration of warning signals and indicators
6. Carry out pre-start checks
7. Check work area for hazards and obstacles
8. Ensure attachments are compatible with the tractor and are secure and safe
9. Carry out preparation of tractor and attachments in accordance with health & safety legislation and codes & practice
10. Describe the ways in which the tractor should be manoeuvred and how different weather and ground conditions must be taken into account
11. Identify the types of hazards which may be encountered and how these should be dealt with
12. Identify the capabilities of the tractor and the expected efficiency of tractor operation
13. Identify health & safety legislation and codes of practice in relation to the preparation and use of tractors
14. Conduct all movements of the tractor safely and consistent with the type of tractor, attachment and operation
15. Assess and modify operating procedures to take into account any changes in weather and ground conditions and types of terrain
16. Assess and deal with hazards and obstacles encountered during the operation
17. Maintain the efficiency of tractor and attachment performance through the appropriate operation of the tractor
18. Leave the tractor safe after use and in a condition suitable for it’s future use

Entry Requirements:

Please note that candidates must have some prior experience of tractor driving prior to taking this course. The minimum age for candidates taking the certificate of competence is 16 years old, there is no upper age limit. Please be advised that this qualification does not replace any legal requirements for a driving license.

Other Important Information

City and Guilds will no longer produce physical skills card upon a successful completion of this accreditation. Candidates can expect to receive a digital skills card which they will be able to access through their online portal. The training centre will be unable to send or provide this upon completion. All candidates will also need to provide ID on the day of their assessment as proof of identification. Failure to do this may result in your assessment being suspended.