Wood Chipper & Shredder
NPORS 603 – Wood Chipper / Shredder – course will give you the knowledge to Prepare the agricultural tractor for use, attach and set trailers, mounted and PTO drives ready for operation, operate machinery safely and efficiently & demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.
This Theory & Practical Course Covers :
- Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the – industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator.
- Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used.
- Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions.
- Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions.
- Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements.
- Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for Chipper use.
- Conduct all pre-operational and running checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements.
- Safely mount and dismount the machine. – Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area.
- Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out paving tasks.
- Carry out Chipper tasks – Receive material from transporting vehicles.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading, unloading and towing procedures for machine transportation.
- Environmental Considerations.
- Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures.
