Build the expertise to operate agricultural tractors safely and efficiently.
Course Overview
The NPORS Agricultural Tractor Training (N601) is designed to provide learners with the essential skills and knowledge needed to safely and effectively operate agricultural tractors. Combining hands-on practice with theoretical learning, this course emphasizes safety, precision, and environmental awareness.
Whether you are new to operating agricultural tractors or looking to upgrade your skills, this training ensures that you meet industry standards and operate with confidence.
Course Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will:
- Gain a basic understanding of the industry, the associated dangers, and operator responsibilities.
- Understand and apply knowledge from the manufacturer’s handbook for the specific agricultural tractor in use.
- Identify the major components and controls of the agricultural tractor and explain their functions.
- Set up exclusion zones to ensure safety during operations.
- Perform pre-operational checks in compliance with manufacturer and legislative requirements.
- Select, use, and maintain appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for agricultural tractor use.
- Prepare the agricultural tractor for use and perform necessary safety checks at the work area.
- Attach and configure trailers, mounted implements, and PTO drives for operations.
- Operate the machinery safely and efficiently, considering environmental factors.
- Properly store and transport implements and attachments.
- Demonstrate an understanding of loading and unloading procedures for transportation.
- Execute end-of-shift and shutdown procedures effectively.
Entry Requirements
- For learners requiring the HS&E TESTED Logo on their NPORS card:
- Must have passed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety, and Environment Test within the last 2 years.
- Must have a good understanding of spoken and written English.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an NPORS Operator Card.
- If the HS&E TESTED Logo is required on the card, learners must fulfill the Entry Requirements outlined above.
- The NPORS certification is highly regarded across the construction and industrial sectors, enhancing your employability and professional credentials.