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Groundcare Machinery

Pedestrian Mowers / Ride-On Mowers / Remote Control Mowers

Duration: 1 Day Lantra Lantra-certified

Safe operation of pedestrian, ride-on and remote-control mowers, covering pre-use checks, technique and working safely on different terrain.

Whether you work on sports pitches, public green spaces, estates or roadside verges, safe and confident mower operation is essential. This one-day Lantra-accredited course from DJW Training covers pedestrian mowers, ride-on mowers and remote control mowers, giving operators the skills and knowledge to work efficiently and safely across a range of environments.

Suitable for those new to groundcare machinery and those looking to formalise their existing experience, this practical course combines underpinning knowledge with hands-on operation. Participants leave with a clear understanding of safe working practices and the confidence to handle different mower types on varied terrain.

What you'll cover

  • Pre-use inspection and daily maintenance checks for each mower type
  • Safe starting, stopping and manoeuvring techniques
  • Operating on slopes, uneven ground and around obstacles
  • Hazard awareness and risk management in the work area
  • Correct personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
  • Responsibilities under relevant health and safety legislation

DJW Training can tailor this course to suit your specific machinery or site conditions, and refresher training is available for operators who need to update their skills or renew their certification.

What the course covers

  • Relevant health & safety legislation and safe working practices
  • Pre-use checks, controls and correct operating technique
  • Practical, supervised operation with clear demonstrations
  • Assessment to Lantra Awards standards
Course durations can be adapted, with refreshers and accelerated routes available for experienced operators. Read about bespoke training.