Brush Cutters and Strimmers

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It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.

The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry. 

Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.

For more information visit the NFU online page.

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This course is composed of a one or two day practical session (depending on experience) for those involved in the day-to-day maintenance and use of Brush Cutters/Strimmers. At the end of the course trainees will be able to understand their responsibilities, both to themselves and to others, under the Health and Safety at Work Act, as well as being able to use and maintain a Brush Cutter/Strimmer efficiently and safely.

Course prerequisite: None for the two day course - previous training or three years experience for the one day course

Certificating Body: Lantra or NPTC depending on your needs

Course Length: 1-2 day

Course Times: 9.30am to 4.00pm or to suit client.

Instructor: Various

Cost: £160 + VAT per delegate - Day rate on application to suit client

Venue: Marsh Hill Centre, Marsh, Aylesbury. HP17 8ST or to suit client

Maximum Trainees: 4

The course will cover the following:

  • Selection and Use of Safety Clothing
  • Health & Safety/Legal Requirements
  • Parts and Types of Machine and their Selection
  • Maintenance of Attachments
  • Harness Fitment
  • Operational Techniques

For an Equipment List - Click here

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