Tractor Driving

Course Content

  • Risk assessment
  • Mounting and dismounting
  • Instrumentation
  • Function of controls
  • Hazards
  • Daily checks
  • Start and stop the engine in a safe manner
  • Be competent in driving a tractor in a forward and reverse direction
  • Safe state
  • Checks: lubrication, cooling and air intake of the engine, perform basic lubrication of the tractor and ensure the tractor is in a safe road going state
  • Mounted and Trailed Implements
  • Attaching PTO shafts and guards
  • Turning Circles
  • Tractor Mounted Loaders


Method of Assessment

Integrated training and assessment.

We provide access to a tractor.

Required - Hi Viz & safety boots.

Course Overview

  • Study Type

    Part-Time Day

  • Campus

    Arbroath Campus

  • Start Date

    01 May 2025

  • SCQF Level

    5

  • Duration

    2 Days

  • Subject Area

    Animals, Land & Environment

  • Course Fee

    £500

  • Tuition fees may be paid for full-time students in Scotland subject to meeting residency requirements, applications should be made to the appropriate funding body. International Students please refer to our International fees page.
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