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Agricultural Tractor N601
Tuppco training specialise in delivering on-site training tailored to your needs, utilising your equipment at your premises.
COURSE DETAILS
Training course type
- On-site training and assessment
- On-site Experience Worker Test (EWT) assessment only
Novice training course duration
1-3 days dependant on any previous experience
Novice candidate numbers
3
Experience Worker Tests per day
4
Variations
- Agricultural tractor
Card options
- 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate
- 2-year CSCS trained operator red card
Minimum age
16
Instructor
Bertie Tupper & Tuppco instructors
FURTHER
INFORMATION
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What is a agricultural tractor
A tractor is an engineering vehicle specifically designed to deliver a high tractive effort (or torque) at slow speeds, for the purposes of hauling a trailer or machinery such as that used in agriculture, mining or construction. Most commonly, the term is used to describe a farm vehicle that provides the power and traction to mechanize agricultural tasks, especially (and originally) tillage, and now many more. Agricultural implements may be towed behind or mounted on the tractor, and the tractor may also provide a source of power if the implement is mechanised.
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What does the Tuppco training course include?
- Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
- Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
- Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
- Be able to locate and identify key controls and explain their functions
- Set up exclusion zone
- Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
- Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for agricultural tractor use
- Prepare the agricultural tractor for use
- Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
- Attach and set trailers, mounted and PTO drives ready for operation
- Operate machinery safely and efficiently
- Environmental considerations
- Storage and transport of implements and attachments
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
- Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures
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Venue and equipment requirements:
- Suitable and safe area to operate and manoeuvre machine
- Trailed equipment
- 3-point linkage and PTO attachments
- Varying terrain and slopes
- Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
- Suitable welfare facilities
- Tractor and attachments
- Operators’ manual
- Risk assessment completed
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Theory assessment:
- 20 multiple choice questions
- 5 written questions
- 4 marks per question
- 80% pass mark required
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Practical assessment criteria:
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- Pre use and operational checks
- Travel up and down slopes with hill starts
- Drive through chicane, forwards and backwards
- Reverse 30 metres in a straight line, through restrictions
- Attach trailer and secure
- Attach 3-point linkage attachment
- Connect PTO attachment and run
- Drive over uneven and sloping terrain
Pass mark is less than 20 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications
Time allowed is 1 hour 20 minutes
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Where does Tuppco deliver onsite courses delivered:
Tuppco proudly delivers on-site training courses across a wide region of the South and Central UK. From Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire to Reading, Oxford, and Swindon, our team provides expert, accredited instruction at your workplace using your own equipment. We specialise in NPORS plant training, Lantra land-based and machinery courses, and Qualsafe first aid and health & safety training. Businesses across Berkshire, the Cotswolds, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Buckinghamshire, Cheltenham, and Northamptonshire rely on Tuppco for flexible, professional training solutions that minimise downtime and maximise compliance.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Objective Of Course
The objective of the NPORS Agricultural Tractor (N601) course with TUPPCO Training is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to safely operate agricultural tractors in farming, landscaping, and industrial environments. This NPORS Agricultural Tractor N601 training focuses on safe driving, implement attachment, hazard awareness, and compliance with NPORS and UK industry standards.
TUPPCO Training ensures operators are fully competent in agricultural tractor operations, improving productivity, operational safety, and machine efficiency on farms and work sites.
Key Course Objectives:
- Understand tractor controls, functions, and operational limitations
- Learn correct PPE, operator responsibilities, and NPORS-approved safety procedures
- Conduct pre-use inspections, maintenance checks, and defect reporting
- Operate the tractor safely when driving, manoeuvring, and attaching implements
- Identify hazards including rollovers, collisions, uneven terrain, and attachment failures
- Apply NPORS-approved safe driving, towing, and implement handling techniques
- Develop confidence in working on farms, landscaping projects, and industrial sites
By the end of this NPORS Agricultural Tractor N601 training, learners will be fully competent in safe and efficient tractor operation, supporting safer and more productive agricultural and work environments.
What Will Be Awarded
Upon successful completion of the NPORS Agricultural Tractor (N601) course with TUPPCO Training, participants will receive an official NPORS N601 certificate, confirming competence in safe agricultural tractor operation in accordance with NPORS standards.
This qualification is nationally recognised and widely accepted across farming, landscaping, and industrial sectors.
Your Award Will Include:
- Official NPORS N601 Certificate / Operator Card
- Verified competence in safe agricultural tractor operation
- Skills in driving, manoeuvring, towing, and implement attachment
- Knowledge of risk assessment, hazard identification, and site safety procedures
- Understanding of pre-use inspections, maintenance, and emergency procedures
Who the Award Is For:
Ideal for:
- Farm staff and agricultural operators
- Landscaping and groundworks teams
- Industrial and commercial site operatives
- Anyone required to operate an agricultural tractor safely
Suitable for novice learners and experienced operators seeking NPORS certification through TUPPCO Training.
How Long The Course Can Take
The NPORS Agricultural Tractor N601 course with TUPPCO Training is practical, hands-on, and designed to provide learners with real-world competence.
Course Duration Overview:
- Novice Training: Typically 1 day (depending on learner experience and group size)
- Experienced / Refresher: 1 day
- Test-Only Route: Available for competent operators
Training covers tractor driving, implement attachment, hazard awareness, and NPORS practical assessment.
Delivered by NPORS-certified TUPPCO Training instructors with extensive agricultural tractor operation experience.
TUPPCO Training provides this course UK-wide at farms, landscaping sites, and industrial environments.
Expert Training On Your Business Site
TUPPCO Training provides on-site NPORS Agricultural Tractor N601 training, allowing learners to train on your own tractors, in real operational conditions. This ensures maximum practical relevance, skill retention, and immediate application to your workplace.
Benefits of On-Site Training with TUPPCO Training:
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Tailored to your tractor type, site layout, and operational requirements
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Hands-on experience in real driving, manoeuvring, and implement handling operations
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Reduces downtime, travel, and operational disruption
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Provides realistic, workplace-relevant training
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Delivered by experienced, NPORS-certified TUPPCO Training instructors
Suitable On-Site Locations Include:
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Farms and agricultural sites
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Landscaping and groundworks projects
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Industrial and commercial sites
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Horticulture or infrastructure operations
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Uneven or complex terrain work environments
TUPPCO Training delivers NPORS Agricultural Tractor N601 courses throughout the Cotswolds, Midlands, South West, and across the UK, providing flexible, accredited, and fully on-site plant operator training.
FAQs
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Do I Receive A Certificate & Skills Card?
Yes! Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll receive an official certificate and skills card accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe recognising your achievement and qualification.
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What Areas Do We Cover?
TUPPCO Training proudly provides expert first aid and workplace training across the Cotswolds, surrounding counties, and nationwide across the UK. We bring our trainers directly to your business, school, nursery, or organisation. Local Cotswold Areas We Cover- Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cirencester, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Stow-on-the-Wold, Moreton-in-Marsh, Bourton-on-the-Water Wider Regional & UK Coverage- We also cover Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Worcestershire, and all areas across the UK, ensuring flexible, high-quality training wherever you are located. If your area isn’t listed, just get in touch—TUPPCO Training travels nationwide.
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Where Do We Deliver Training?
All training is delivered at your site, farm, or another suitable location. We tailor each session to your environment to ensure it’s relevant and practical. Specific arrangements can be discussed in more detail upon request.
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Who Delivers Your Training?
Our training is delivered by Bertie Tupper and a team of fully qualified instructors who are accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe. Each trainer brings real industry experience and a passion for helping learners build practical skills and confidence.
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