LANTRA Awards Arm Mounted Cutting Equipment Course

Lantra
Attachments such as the arm-mounted cutter give tractors an unrivalled versatility when it comes to verges & hedges. Without proper training, incorrect use of cutting equipment can lead to accidents. Our experienced instructors will ensure you can use both the tractor and the cutting equipment with confidence. You'll learn the theory behind the equipment and its safe use. And once you've been taught the pre-operational checks, you'll gain vital practical experience.
Course Ref: TRA05
Duration: 1 Day
Max. Candidates: 3
Awarding Body: Lantra
Price: £475.00 Plus VAT
Course details PDF Dates & availability
LANTRA Awards Arm Mounted Cutting Equipment Course
LANTRA Awards Arm Mounted Cutting Equipment Course
LANTRA Awards Arm Mounted Cutting Equipment Course
LANTRA Awards Arm Mounted Cutting Equipment Course
LANTRA Awards Arm Mounted Cutting Equipment Course

Both onsite and offsite booking available

Course information

You will need to make your own provision for lunch. Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be available all day.

Please advise the office of any reasonable adjustments five days prior to the course. Link to Reasonable Adjustments Policy

Our course is suitable for both new and experienced users of cutting equipment. You'll either be an experienced tractor driver or have attended a tractor driving course.

Please bring photographic proof of ID and Lantra ID number (if held).

Greenway Training will provide the machinery.

Candidates need to complete and return the operator assessment form to confirm they have 100+ hours tractor driving experience within the last 12 months or hold a tractor driving certification.

Candidates should arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled course in preparation for a prompt start and be dressed appropriately in worktype clothing including toughened work trousers and safety footwear (not wellington boots or trainers) and bring a waterproof coat and reading glasses if required.

This is an Integrated Training and Assessment (ITA) course, meaning the training and final assessment are combined into a single course. The instructor provides instruction and practice, and then assesses the learner's skills during the course itself, so there is no separate, independent assessment to gain the qualification.

On successful completion of the course, candidates will be awarded an electronic certificate. These are sent to your booking co-ordinator within 10 working days. Candidates can access all their certificates on LANTRA's Learner Hub. https://www.lantra.co.uk/learner-hub

Additional information

Please email the office with a site contact name, number and what3words reference. Please inform us of any site security requirements one week prior to your course.

Please ensure there is a dry and warm classroom type space with wifi connection and full access to w.c. facilities.

For the practical, we will require an arm mounted (flail] cutting equipment attachment with a suitable tractor which is fully fuelled [together with the operators manual for both] to operate from as well as a covered area for the maintenance element of this course. Lengths of hedgerow, bramble or rough grass of a minimum of 75m over suitable terrain.

For PPE, candidates will need a high viz top and safety gloves.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Please download to view full details of our cancellation policy (minimum of 14 days’ notice).

T&Cs PDF

Once complete, learners will be able to;

  • Comply with legal requirements with an emphasis on safe practice
  • Select the appropriate personal protective equipment
  • Inspect the work area for Health and Safety and Environmental concerns
  • Identify and understand the controls and components of the equipment
  • Carry out pre-start and daily checks and maintenance as indicated in the manufacturer’s instruction manual
  • Identify the risks associated with the use of flail cutters
  • Safely start, stop and check all mechanisms for the tractor and cutters
  • Operate the machine in a safe and competent manner
  • Drive and operate the hydraulic controls to achieve an accurate cut
  • Understand the stability factors associated with the use of side mounted equipment
  • Put in place any signs or warnings to achieve a safe working environment (if required)
  • Understand the added dangers of operating on the highway and in public areas
  • Carry out after-use checks and maintenance.

Pre requisites for this course

  • The ability to read and comprehend English.
  • Due to the nature of the training a minimum level of fitness will be required for specific operations. Whilst we would not want to disadvantage you as a learner, it is an essential requirement.
  • >16 years old
  • You will also need to be either an experienced tractor user or have attended a tractor-driving course.

Dates and availability

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Start DateDurationLocationAvailabilityAction
16/12/2025 1 Day Greenway Training Centre 1 Space
23/01/2026 1 Day Greenway Training Centre 3 Spaces
20/02/2026 1 Day Greenway Training Centre 3 Spaces

Location

Greenway Training Centre

Thickthorn Farm,
Lyneham,
Wiltshire
SN15 4DY

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