Level 2 Handheld Leaf Blowers and Vacuums Course in Bridgwater. Classes run at Cannington College. This short course covers the safe and correct use of handheld leaf blowers and vacuums in outdoor and grounds maintenance settings. It runs over one week, with daytime classes that fit around other commitments. The level 2 handheld leaf blowers and vacuums qualification is awarded by City and Guilds, a name employers in grounds care and landscaping recognise.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll identify the main hazards associated with handheld leaf blowers and vacuums.
You'll follow safe working practices when operating this equipment.
You'll carry out pre-use checks and basic maintenance on handheld machinery.
You'll use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly.
You'll work in line with relevant health and safety requirements.
You'll shut down and store equipment safely after use.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Cannington College over one week of daytime sessions. You'll cover the theory of safe equipment use through taught sessions. Assessment is through a written or short-answer test and practical observation, confirming you can operate handheld leaf blowers and vacuums safely and correctly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cannington College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Grounds maintenance operative, keeping outdoor spaces clear and tidy.
Greenkeeper, maintaining sports pitches and golf courses.
Parks and gardens worker, working for local councils or estates.
Landscape labourer, supporting landscaping teams on site.
Street cleansing operative, working in public realm maintenance.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pedestrian Controlled Vehicles: broadens your machinery skills for grounds maintenance work.
Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture: a wider qualification covering plants, soils, and outdoor environments.
Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Ride-on Mowers: adds another category of outdoor power equipment to your skill set.
