NPORS Agricultural Tractor Training - N601

The NPORS N601 Agricultural Tractor training covers a number of areas including health and safety legislation, tractor operation across different terrains, pre- and post- operation checks, manoeuvring and adjusting / changing attachments.

Learning Outcomes:

·       Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator.

·       Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used.

·       Be able to locate the major components of the machine and explain their functions.

·       Be able to locate and identify key controls and explain their functions.

·       Conduct all pre-occupational and running checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements.

·       Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for agricultural tractor use.

·       Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area.

·       Prepare the agricultural tractor for use and operate safely and efficiently.

·       Attach and set trailed, mounted and power take off drives ready for work.

·       Environmental considerations.

·       Storage and transport of attachments.

·       Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.

·       Carry out all end of work and shut down procedures.

NPORS N601 Agricultural Tractor training is delivered by a network of NPORS Accredited Training Providers – spanning across the UK and beyond. All training providers and instructors are rigorously monitored and audited, making sure instructors consistently deliver to NPORS standards.