🌱 Mower Training: Stay Safe & Skilled on the Ground

Whether you’re maintaining a golf course, school grounds, public parks, or private estates, mowers are essential tools for landscape maintenance. From pedestrian mowers to large ride-on machines, using them safely and effectively requires proper training.

At Kentra Training, our Mower Training courses provide the skills and confidence needed to operate this equipment professionally and safely.

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⚠️ Why is Mower Training Important?

While mowing may seem straightforward, accidents involving lawn mowers are more common than you’d think—ranging from cuts and burns to rollovers and collisions. Proper training ensures:

✅ Safe Operation – Learn how to control the machine, avoid hazards, and protect others nearby.
✅ Legal Compliance – Under PUWER 1998, employers must ensure workers are trained and competent.
✅ Equipment Longevity – Reduce damage through correct use, maintenance, and storage.
✅ Improved Efficiency – Trained operators work faster and produce a better finish.
✅ Reduced Environmental Impact – Learn to mow with consideration for local wildlife and ground conditions.

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🛠️ What’s Covered in Mower Training?

Our training covers a range of mower types, ride on, pedestrian and remote controlled.  The courses cover both theory and practical operating experience.

Course content includes:

🚜 Types of Mowers – Ride-on, pedestrian, rotary, cylinder, and flail mowers
🧰 Pre-Use Checks – Daily maintenance, blade checks, fuel, and safety systems
🌍 Terrain Awareness – Slopes, wet ground, and obstacles
📏 Cutting Techniques – Achieving the best finish safely and efficiently
🛑 Emergency Procedures – What to do in case of malfunction or injury
📜 Health & Safety Regulations – PPE, PUWER, and employer responsibilities

Training is tailored to the type of mower you use and your site conditions.

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👨‍🌾 Who Needs Mower Training?

This course is ideal for:

🏞️ Grounds Maintenance Crews
🌳 Local Authority & School Grounds Staff
🏌️‍♂️ Golf Course & Sports Field Keepers
🏡 Estate Workers & Gardeners
🚧 Contractors & Landscaping Teams

Whether you’re new to mowing or need a refresher, training helps you work safely and to a high standard.

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🧑‍⚖️ What Does the Law Say?

Under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), any worker using equipment like mowers must:

  • Be trained and competent

  • Use equipment that’s safe and maintained

  • Wear appropriate PPE (ear defenders, gloves, boots, eye protection)

Failure to comply could result in injuries, legal action, or financial penalties for the employer.

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🌟 Why Choose Kentra Training?

With 25+ years of experience, Kentra Training is trusted by councils, contractors, and private estates across the UK.

✔ Expert instructors with practical industry experience
✔ Hands-on training tailored to your equipment
✔ HSE-compliant and industry-recognised certification
✔ On-site training available nationwide
✔ Flexible course options and small group sizes

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Horticulture Month

April is our Horticulture course month, where we are highlighting all the different types of training available.

For more details of each of these courses, follow the links above or read along with us this month as we blog about all the different options available.

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📅 Book Your Mower Training Today!

📍 Location: On-site training available
📞 Call us: 01606832556
📧 Email us: office@kentratraining.co.uk

Keep your grass cut sharp—and your team even sharper. 🌱🛠️

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Thank you for reading our blog about Mower Training, more details are also available on the blogs below or follow along with our April blogs about horticulture training: 

Grass Cutters & Mowers – our A 2 Z of Safety Training

All You Need To Know About Horticultural Landscaping Health And Safety Requirements

N604 Official NPORS Grass cutter and Mower Training

Explore the different Horticulture Equipment Training available