Horticultural Tools and Equipment - Level 4 - 4N0683 - QQI Course
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to identify, select, use and maintain commonly-used horticultural tools and equipment.
Content
- List common tools and equipment used in horticultural operations and workshops to include their primary use and hazards associated with their use
- Describe safe operating practices for a range of tools and equipment to include both hand and power
- Prepare power hand tools and equipment for use to include using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), pre-starting safety checks, mixing fuel, checking for leaks and damage while adhering to manufacturers’ recommendations and operators’ manuals
- Use a range of hand tools safely including a hoe, rake, fork and spade
- Use power hand tools safely including a two-stroke engine powered strimmer and a hedge cutter
- Operate a pedestrian rotovator, scarifier, knapsack sprayer, mechanised raker, pedestrian mower, rideon mower, trailing mower and compact-type tractor mower
- Maintain all equipment while in use to include setting height of cut, removing blade for maintenance, sharpening blade, refuelling, replacing cord or gut as needed, and maintaining lubrication and filters
- Prepare tools and equipment for storage to include cleaning and storage procedures
- Operate within appropriate safety procedures to create and maintain a safe working environment including safety standards regarding lifting, carrying and handling plants, tools and equipment.
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