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Safe Use of Pedestrian Controlled Mowers (2 Units)
Introduction
This qualification is divided into two units:
Unit 1 Operate a Mower Unit 2 Use of Pedestrian Controlled Mower
The certificate will be endorsed according to the type of cutting mechanism attached during the assessment:
(a) Cylinder(b) Rotary(c) Flail(d) Reciprocating knife(e) Greens machine with interchangeable units
Unit 1. Operate a Mower
Unit 2. Use and Maintain Pedestrian Controlled Powered Equipment
Outcome 3. Know how to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 3.1 List the main hazards and risks associated with using pedestrian equipment and state the appropriate actionSlopes Across the slope, NEVER up/down, as mower may roll
back towards your feet or away from you, causing you to lose control
Better still, use a remote controlled machine
Overhanging branches
Remove overhanging branches to a safe height
Wear a hard hat
Surfacedebris
Pick up before mowing. NEVER use the mower to pick up surface debris as it may be ejected at high speed
Outcome 3. Know how to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 3.1 List the main hazards and risks associated with using pedestrian equipment and state the appropriate actionUnderground obstructions/ surface obstructions
Be aware of surface obstructions. Mark them to alert operators to their presence; tape off area.
Be particularly aware of electric cables
People Be aware of the safe working distance for the machine you are using.Wear high visibility clothing/erect warning signs to warn the public of your presence. Exclude people by erecting barriers
Animals Exclude animals from the area by fencing/barriers
Outcome 3. Know how to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 3.1 List the main hazards and risks associated with using pedestrian equipment and state the appropriate actionSoft ground Wait until ground conditions improve and the structural
integrity of the soil will support the weight of the machine and operator
Ditches / waterways
Be aware of the dangers of working by water / ditches. Particularly when working close to edges. Test the ground to ensure it will support the machine/operator. Consider whether the surface is slippery.
Outcome 1. Know how to carry out a basic risk assessment
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 1.1 Identify the risks involved when using a ride-on or pedestrian mower
When carrying out checks the Trainer/Assessor will be looking tomake sure that:
appropriate measures to ensure personal safety are implemented when carrying out checks; and
appropriate PPE is worn
Outcome 1. Know how to carry out a basic risk assessment
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 1.1 Identify the risks involved when using a ride-on or pedestrian mower
Complete the table in your workbook
Outcome 1. Know how to carry out a basic risk assessment
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 1.2 Carry out a site-specific riskassessment
When you are assessed you will be required to:
• walk the site for hazards and remove or mark the hazards
• confirm that the condition of the site is acceptable for the operation to take place
• report to an appropriate person if the site was unsuitable
• set out warning signs and barriers (if appropriate) advising the public of hazards or to exclude the public/animals
Write the missing words in your workbook
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 Describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
What do the following pieces of legislation require the operator to do? See the following slides.Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002 (COSHH)Health & Safety at Work Act 1974Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005
Section 5 of the regulationEmployers must carry out a risk assessment for any employee exposed to vibration and assess whether any employees are likely to be exposed to vibration at or above an exposure action value or above an exposure limit value.
Section2 of the regulationEmployers must provide health surveillance for employees at risk and employees must present themselves for checks when required
Section 8 of the regulationEmployers must provide suitable information, instruction and training
-Be aware of risks posed by whole body vibration (if there are any!)
-Attend health surveillance if required by your employer (if identified as at risk)
-Ensure that you are aware of information, have received instruction and training (if at risk)
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002 (COSHH)
Under section (6)Employers must make a suitable and sufficient assessment of the riskUnder section (8)Every employee shall make full and proper use of any control measure, other thing or facility provided in accordance with these Regulations and, where relevant, shall—(a) take all reasonable steps to ensure it is returned after use to any accommodation provided for it; and(b) if he discovers a defect therein, report it forthwith to his employer
-Make use of PPE when required to do so by your employer
-Return the PPE to where it is stored after use
-Report defective PPE to your employer immediately
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
Section 7 of the Act(a) every employee must take care of their own health and safety and that of other people, who may be affected by what they do or don’t do at work
(b) To cooperate with an employer or anyone else to ensure that all aspects of health and safety are complied with
Section 8 of the ActNot to interfere with or misuse or interfere with anything provided for health and safety
- you must do everything possible to protect your own health and safety and that of others
-do what you are asked to do to make sure health and safety is complied with
- do not mess around with or misuse anything that is provided to ensure health and safety
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
Section 3 Requires an employer to provide first aid equipment, facilities and trained personnel for employees if they are injured or become ill at work
Whilst not specifically required under the regulations, employees should notify employers if they are injured (regardless of severity) so that first aid can be provided and a record made.
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
Section 5 of the Regulations(Employers are required try and avoid manual handling, where it is necessary risk assess the activity and take reasonable precautions)Employees while at work shall make full and proper use of any system of work provided for use by the employer in compliance with regulations
-you are required to avoid manual handling, where possible. If you have to manually handle, use any system provided by your employer, do it safely
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Section 14 of the RegulationsEmployees must use everything provided by employers as they have been trained or instructed. Employees must tell their employer or anyone else if there is a risk or danger to health and safety or if they think that the arrangement to safeguard health and safety are not sufficient.
-use what has been provided for you in the way that you have been told or trained.-tell your employer if you think that there is a risk or danger to anyone's health or safety and if the arrangements already in place to safeguard your own health and safety or that of others are not good enough
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
Section 10 of the RegulationsEvery employee shall properly use personal ear protectors when they are provided and make use of any other measure to protect hearing provided by the employer.If the employee discovers any defect in the hearing protection provided he is required to notify his employer immediately.
-you are required to use personal ear protection or other methods that may be provided when noise levels exceed 85db
-if you lose your hearing protection or it is defective you must tell your employer
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations : Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower
operationPersonal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992
Section 10 of the RegulationsEmployees/self employed personsmust make proper use of the PPE that they have been provided with, as they have been trained or instructedEmployees/self employed persons are required to ensure that PPE is returned to the proper place after useSection11 of the RegulationsEmployees must inform their employer if they lose their PPE or it is defective
-you are required to use PPE correctly, as trained or instructed
-you must return PPE to the correct place after use
-If you lose your PPE or it is defective you must tell your employer
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998
These Regulations are aimed specifically at the duties of employers, however the responsibility for carrying out checks on equipment can be delegated to suitably competent employees.
- you will be required to carry out checks on equipment prior to use to confirm that it is in a safe condition for work. You may be required to use a check list to ensure that you don’t miss anything out.
Outcome 2. Know the health and safety legislation that underpins machine operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 describe the relevant health and safety legislation in relation to mower operations
Legislation Overview of employee’s duties Impact on pedestrian mower operation
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995
Section 3 of the regulationsWhere any person at work or not at work; dies, suffers a major injury, orsuffers an injury, and that person is taken to a hospital for treatment (and requires three days off work) or there is a dangerous occurrence the enforcing authority (HSE) is notified quickly and within 10 days a report form is completed and returned.
An employee is required to report an injury which requires hospital treatment and three days off work, or when there is a dangerous occurrence
Outcome 5. Know current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 5.1 Outline the current health and safety legislation, codes of practice and any additional requirements
What are the appropriate precautions that can be taken to protect the operator, public and animals? These may include:
warning signs could be erectedappropriate PPE should be wornhigh visibility clothing should be wornan exclusion zone could be set up
Fill in the missing words into your workbook
Outcome 5. Know current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 5.1 Outline the current health and safety legislation, codes of practice and any additional requirements
You will be required to state two safety precautions when working with flammable liquids; these may be:
No smoking
No naked flames
avoid contact with hot surfaces
fuel level topped up safely to correct level
any spillage is dealt with effectively
Outcome 5. Know current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
specifically designed for fuel storage
have a non-spill spout
be clearly labelled
have securely fitting caps
be kept away from any sources of ignition
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 5.1 Outline the current health and safety legislation, codes of practice and any additional requirements
The fuel storage and transportation requirements state that containers must be:
Outcome 5. Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 5.2 Describe how environmental damage can be minimised
Describe two ways in which environmental damage can be minimised
Outcome 5. Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 5.2 Describe how environmental damage can be minimised
Environmental damage can be minimised by:
operating only when environmental conditions are suitable
mowing with consideration for wildlife (carrying out a survey first)
taking boxed arisings to a composting area/composting them
cleaning/washing the machine in a designated area
storing waste lubricants appropriately ;collection by a registered contractor for disposal/recycling
Outcome 5. Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 5.2 Describe how environmental damage can be minimised
Methods of dealing with waste include:
hazardous waste – e.g. waste lubricants – are stored appropriately and collected by a registered contractor for disposal/recyclingpaper towels (used for wiping dipstick) and protective gloves used during pre-start checks are disposed of correctlynon hazardous waste – boxed arisings - are taken to composting area/compostedmachine is cleaned/washed in designated area
Outcome 3. Know the appropriate Personal protective equipment (PPE) for mower
operations
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 3.1 select the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for mower operations
Activity – complete the table in your workbook
Identify the appropriate safety clothing and protective equipmentneeded for use (as stated in the manufacture’s handbook or identified in the risk assessment) which may include:
Outcome 1. Be able to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 1.5 Select and use theAppropriate personal
protective clothing and equipment
This has already been covered in the previous unit.
Recap – what PPE is required when using a Pedestrian Mower?
Outcome 4. Know the operating principles of powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 4.3 Describe the basic differences between a petrol and diesel engine
Four stroke petrol engine Four stroke diesel engine
Outcome 4. Know the operating principles of powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 4.3 Describe the basic differences between a petrol and diesel engine
The basic differences are:
A petrol engine - runs on petrol, requires a spark plug to ignite the fuel. Petrol engines run faster (higher rpm) than diesel engines
A diesel engine – runs on diesel fuel, does not have a spark plug, fuel is ignited by compression (compression ignition) diesel engines run slower than petrol engines (lower rpm), but produce more torque (power)
Outcome 4. Know the operating principles of powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 4.1 Describe the operating differences between two and four stroke engines
Main differences between two and four stroke engines
Two stroke engine Four stroke engine
completes its cycle in one revolution of the crankshaft
completes its cycle in two revolutions of the crankshaft
Two stroke engines have fewer moving parts and are lighter
four stroke engines have a greater number of moving parts
and are heavierusually have no engine oil
sump/reservoirhas an engine oil sump/reservoir
Outcome 4. Know the operating principles of powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 4.2 Describe the operating principles of lines of drive – clutch, v-belts, chains
Method of Transmission
Principle
Line of drive method for transmitting torque and rotation, e.g. from the engine to components via for example a prop shaft
Clutch a device to engage/disengage drive e.g. to facilitate gear changing, starting and stopping
V-belts a loop of flexible material for transmitting power, that links two or more rotating shafts e.g. alternator
Chains a way of transmitting mechanical power from one place to another, often used to power wheels
Outcome 4. Know the key features of the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 4.1 Identify and explain the features of the equipment being used, including:
• transmission• safe stop procedures• cutting mechanisms
After examining the mower complete the tables in your Workbook (if necessary use the operator/manufacturer’s handbook)
Outcome 5. Know the controls and instruments relating to the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 5.1 Identify the controls and instruments relating to the equipment being used
Activity –
Identify the controls on the pedestrian mower; label the diagram in your workbook
Examine the instruments and label the diagram in your workbook, stating what information the instruments provide
Outcome 5. Know the controls and instruments relating to the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 5.2 describe the functions of the controls
Complete the table in your workbook to describe the function of all of the controls on the pedestrian mower (as appropriate)
Outcome 5. Know the controls and instruments relating to the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 5.3 identify any warning / safety functions
Type of sign Meaning of this type of sign
“Must not” - enter, put hands here
“Must”- wear/do
“Warning” - of a particular hazard
Advisory - location e.g. first aid kit or eye wash station
Outcome 5. Know the controls and instruments relating to the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 5.3 identify any warning / safety functions
What do the following mean?
What other signs are there on the tractor and machine? What safety functions are built in?
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.1 Identify the daily checks that should be made to the machine
Locate the checklist in your workbook and review the checks that you have already identified that need to be made to themachine
These will include the things listed on the next slide!
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Checked to ensure safety:
wheels/roller(s) are securevisual inspection of the tyres is carried out, condition stated, appropriate level of inflation confirmed (if appropriate) function of on/off control (operator presence control or key switch) checkedcondition/function of roller unit/seat (if fitted)fixings holding cutting unit(s) are in place/tightly secured (as applicable to the mower being used)
The following are checked to ensure efficient operation and longevity of machine:
fuel level is adequateengine oil is within limitshydraulic oil is within limits (if applicable/accessible/measurable)engine air cleaner is clean/components are undamaged/in an acceptable conditionall sites needing lubrication are lubricatedthere is no obvious damage to the cutting units
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.1 Identify the daily checks that should be made to the machine
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.3 Identify the pre-start checks that should be made to the machine
These have already been listed – refer to page 17 of your Workbook
Quick recap – state the pre-start checks that should be made to the machine
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.3 Identify the pre-start checks that should be made to the machine
How frequently do these checks need to be made?
Outcome 8. Know how to safely operate a mower
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 8.1 Carry out pre-start checks
Before operation you should carry out pre-start checks; these may have already been carried out. If so, there is no need to repeatthem again.
Outcome 8. Know how to safely operate a mower
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 8.1 Carry out pre-start checks
You are also required to:
state how frequently these checks need to be undertakenreport your findings in respect of the pre-start checks carried outact on findings in respect of the pre-start checks carried outcarry out a visual inspection to ensure the safety of the machine, stating what you were looking for
Outcome 8. Know how to safely operate a mower
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 8.1 Carry out pre-start checks
The statutory requirements are:
all moving parts, belts, pulleys and chains are guardedthe guards are secure and undamaged
Enter the missing words into the spaces in your workbook
Outcome 1. Be able to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 1.1 Ensure that the pedestrian controlled
power equipment is safe and good working order
When carrying out checks the Trainer/Assessor will be looking to make sure that you:
carry out a visual inspection of the machinestate the frequency of checkscomment on the condition of the machine
Outcome 1. Be able to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 1.1 Ensure that the pedestrian controlled power equipment is safe and in good working order
Activity
Locate the checklist in your workbook and carry out the specified checks to ensure safety of the operator and the machine make a note of your findings
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.4 Describe the correct start-up and stop techniques in accordance with instructions and any manufacturer's guidance
All machines differ slightly in how they can be started, how they are “put into operation” and how they are stopped
In common with all machines, the most important thing to know before you start it is how to stop it; especially in an emergency!
Outcome 3. Know how to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 3.3 Describe methods of checking and maintaining the equipment ready for use covering:
• Correct pre-use checks• Correct start-up procedure• Use of appropriate work methods• Correct stopping procedure• Correct post-use maintenance
Complete the relevant sections in your workbook by making concise notes
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.2 Identify routine maintenance procedures for the machine:
(a) Cylinder Mowers
Know and understand how to carry out the following:
bed knife to cylinder adjustmentback lapping, use of grinding paste and reverse direction of cylinder rotationchecking the bed knife and cylinder for wear/damagebed knife to cylinder adjustmentcarry out other adjustments
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.2 Identify routine maintenance procedures for the machine
For a Cylinder Mower, when you are assessed you will be required to describe the procedure for back lapping on the mower being used,Including:
• use of grinding paste• reverse direction of cylinder
After the demonstration given by your trainer make notes in the spaces provided in your workbook.
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.2 Identify routine maintenance procedures for the machine
(b) Rotary Mowers
Know and understand how to carry out the following:
how to safely remove and refit the bladewhat to look for when inspecting the bladesharpening of the bladehow to balance the bladehow to check that the fitting is correct, tightness/torque setting
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.2 Identify routine maintenance procedures for the machine
During your assessment you will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the reasons for balancing a blade; they include:
• reducing vibration• reducing noise• reducing bearing wear• protecting the operator
Write these in your workbook in the spaces provided
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.2 Identify routine maintenance procedures for the machine
(c) Flail Mowers
Know and understand how to carry out the following:
safely remove the bladeswhat to look for when inspecting the blades for damagesharpen the bladeshow to refit the bladeshow to carry out adjustmentshow to check that the fitting is correct, tightness/torque setting
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.2 Identify routine maintenance procedures for the machine
(d) Reciprocating Knife Mower
Know and understand how to carry out the following:
safely remove the knife (knives)what to look for when inspecting the knives for damagesharpen the kniveshow to refit the kniveshow to carry out adjustmentshow to check that the fitting is correct, including adjustment of knife clips, ledger plates and wear plates
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.2 Identify routine maintenance procedures for the machine
(e) Greens Machines) with changeable cassettes
Know and understand how to carry out the following:
make the machine safesafely disconnect the motor (hydraulic or electric)safely remove the cassette from the machinewhy it is important to clear the debriswhat to look for when inspecting the cassette for damage and report on its conditionre-fit another cassette to the unitre-attach the motorcheck that fitting is correct (including all clips)carry out adjustments in accordance with manufacturer’s handbook (specifically height and be able to state the effect of “one click” in terms of mm)
Outcome 6. Know how to check and maintain the equipment being used
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 6.2 Identify routine maintenance procedures for the machine
For a Greens machine with changeable cassettes , when you are assessed you will be required to describe the procedure for back lapping on the mower being used,including;
• use of grinding paste• reverse direction of cylinder
After the demonstration given by your trainer, make notes in thespaces provided in your workbook.
Outcome 1. Be able to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 1.4 Maintain pedestrian controlledpowered equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
This has already been covered in the previous unit
Recap – what are the maintenance requirements for the machine you are being trained and assessed on?
Outcome 7. Know how to adjust the cutting units
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 7.1 Describe the adjustments that may be made to the cutting units
During assessment you will be required to describe how to make adjustments to the cutting units. These will be specific to the type of unit(s) being used and may vary between machines:
• Cylinder• Rotar• Flail• Reciprocating Knife• Greens Machine (units)
Outcome 7. Know how to adjust the cutting units
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 7.2 Identify why it is important to adjust the cutting deck
The reasons for making adjustments may include the following:
reduce the height of cutincrease the height of cutto improve the quality of cutto accommodate a change in sward health/conditionto take into account a change in ground conditions
Outcome 7. Know how to adjust the cutting units
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 7.3 Make adjustments in accordance with instructions and manufacturer's guidance
During assessment you will be required to make adjustments to the cutting units. These will be specific to the type of unit(s) being used.
Outcome 3. Know how to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 3.2 Explain the importance of operating equipment in line with manufacturers instructions
Reasons for operating the equipment in line with manufacturer’sinstructions include:
• reduces the risk of operator injury• reduces wear and tear on the machine
and prolongs life of the machine• quality of work/finish will be of the
required standard
Enter your explanation in the box provided in the workbook
Outcome 8. Know how to safely operate a mower
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 8.2 Operate a machine safely in accordance with instructions and manufacturers guidance
For assessment, this activity should take approximately fifteen minutes. The area to mow must include: use of headlands, negotiating restricted spaces and obstacles and when you areassessed you will demonstrate:
task started at the appropriate point for the jobappropriate gear/forward speed selected/maintainedthrottle adjusted to give appropriate power outputwork checked after first runmowing carried out without excessive overlapfinish complies with instructions/ job specification
Write the missing words in your workbook
Outcome 2. Be able to work safely and minimise environmental damage
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 2.2 Carry out work in a manner which minimises environmental damage
During assessment (and in the workplace) you need to show that:
cutting takes place only when climatic conditions are suitableturns are made without excessive damage to the surfacearisings are disposed of in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements
Outcome 8. Know how to safely operate a mower
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 8.3 Discuss the quality of cut, the methods of turning and different approaches to the cut
The following are to be discussed:
methods of turning to reduce damage to the surface
Outcome 8. Know how to safely operate a mower
Unit 201 - Assessment criterion: 8.3 Discuss the quality of cut, the methods of turning and different approaches to the cut
The following are to be discussed:
quality of the cut achieveddifferent approaches to cutting the grass: for efficiency, to improve the sward or to achieve desired visual effects
Outcome 1. Be able to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 1.6 Identify any problems with the equipment and take appropriate action
Activity
Examine the mower and report any problem(s) found(if there are none – the Trainer/Assessor will provide scenarios)
For the problem(s) found what are the solutions?
What action should you take if the solution is outside your limits of responsibility?
Outcome 1. Be able to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 1.3 Clean and store equipment correctly after use
Activity – what PPE is required for cleaning the machine and why?
Outcome 1. Be able to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 1.3 Clean and store equipment correctly after use
The methods of cleaning include using:A brushCompressed airWater/pressure washer
The reasons for cleaning are:Prevents personal contaminationPrevents corrosionMakes visual inspection for damage possibleFacilitates maintenance and adjustments
Outcome 5. Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
Unit 202 - Assessment Criterion: 5.3 Methods of dealing with organic and inorganic waste include:
hazardous waste – e.g. waste lubricants – are stored appropriately and collected by a registered contractor for disposal/recyclingpaper towels (used for wiping dipstick) and protective gloves used during pre-start checks are disposed of correctlynon hazardous waste – boxed arisings - are taken to composting area/compostedmachine is cleaned/washed in designated area
Outcome 2. Be able to work safely and minimise environmental damage
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 2.3 Dispose of waste safely and correctly
Waste Storage Disposal
lubricants Secure purpose built store Licensed contractor
Paper towels used for wiping a dipstick and protective gloves
Dustbin and bagged General waste to landfill
Grass cuttings Composting area Composting area
Machine washings Purpose build area, separated and stored in tanks
Catchment and separation and removal by licensed contractor
Outcome 2. Be able to work safely and minimise environmental damage
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 2.1 Work in a way which maintains health and safety and is consistent with current legislation, codes of practice and additional requirements
During assessment (and in the workplace) you need to comply with:
health & safetycurrent legislationcodes of practiceany additional requirements e.g. leaving site clean and tidy
Outcome 1. Be able to use and maintain pedestrian controlled powered equipment
Unit 202 - Assessment criterion: 1.2 Use equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions and legal/regulatory requirements
During training and assessment the Trainer/Assessor will be evaluating the following:
compliance with H&Swith current legislationwith codes of practicewith additional requirements e.g. site is left clean and tidy
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