COURSE DETAILS

Training Course Type

  • On-site training and assessment

Novice Training Course Duration

1 Day

Novice Candidate Numbers

4

Experience Worker Tests per day

4

Variations

  • Rotary
  • Flail
  • Cylinder
  • Reciprocal knife

Card Options

  • 5-year LANTRA traditional card & certificate

Minimum Age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tuppco & Tuppco instructors

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INFORMATION

  • What is a pedestrian mowers?

    A pedestrian mower is an ideal machine for mowing small amounts of grass around flower beds, trees and under furniture etc. The operator can either push the mower or the mower can be powered by a transmission. The mower can have different cutting options and can include a pickup box.

  • 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
    • Conduct set up zones
    • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
    • Select suitable type of machine relative to the work being undertaken 
    • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for pedestrian lawn mower for use
    • Prepare the pedestrian lawn mower for use
    • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area and set up exclusion zone
    • Operate machinery safely and efficiently
    • Environmental considerations
    • Storage and transport of pedestrian mower
    • Disposal of cut materials
    • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures 
  • Venue and Equipment Requirements:
    • Suitable and safe area to operate equipment
    • Vegetation to cut
    • Suitable area to complete maintenance tasks
    • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
    • Suitable welfare facilities
    • Pedestrian mower
    • Operators’ manual 
    • Risk assessment completed
  • Theory Assessment
    • 25 multiple choice questions
    • 4 marks per question
    • 80% pass mark required
  • Practical assessment criteria
    • Pre use and operational checks
    • Set up safe working area
    • Demonstrate safe and efficient working

     

  • Where can Tuppco deliver onsite training courses?

    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.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Objective Of Course

TUPPCO Training delivers on-site Lantra Pedestrian courses, allowing learners to train using your own mower equipment in real working environments. This tailored approach ensures the training is directly relevant to your site’s terrain, daily tasks, and operational challenges.

Why On-Site Lantra Training Works:

  • Training customised to your grounds, estate, or commercial site

  • Hands-on instruction using your own pedestrian mowers for realistic practice

  • Flexible scheduling to suit your team’s availability and seasonal workload

  • Supports improved site safety, operational efficiency, and mowing standards

  • Delivered by qualified, experienced, Lantra-approved TUPPCO Training instructors

Ideal For:

  • Grounds maintenance and facilities teams

  • Local councils, estates, and land management departments

  • Landscapers, contractors, and private landowners

  • Schools, parks, golf courses, sports facilities, and large outdoor venues

TUPPCO Training provides on-site Lantra mower training across the UK, including the Cotswolds and surrounding areas, delivering practical, flexible, and fully accredited training tailored to your team and site.

What Will Be Awarded

Upon successful completion of the Lantra Pedestrian Mowers (TRM01 / MOW02) course with TUPPCO Training, learners will receive an official Lantra Awards certificate, confirming they have gained the practical skills and safety knowledge required to operate pedestrian mowers confidently and competently in a variety of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and land-based environments.

Your Lantra Certification Will Include:

  • Official Lantra Pedestrian Mowers Certificate

  • Verified competence in the safe operation of pedestrian mowing equipment

  • Knowledge of hazard awareness, risk assessment, and industry-standard safety procedures

  • Practical skills in mower setup, pre-use checks, cutting techniques, and safe handling

  • A nationally recognised qualification suitable for professional grounds teams and compliance purposes

  • Who This Qualification Is Designed For:

    Ideal for landscapers, grounds maintenance teams, estate workers, local authorities, schools, contractors, and private gardeners who operate pedestrian mowers as part of their regular duties.

How Long The Course Can Take

The Lantra Pedestrian Mowers (TRM01 / MOW02) course delivered by TUPPCO Training is typically completed in one full day. This course combines essential theory with practical, hands-on mower operation, ensuring learners gain the skills, confidence, and competence needed to operate pedestrian mowers safely in real working environments.

Course Duration Overview:

  • Total training time: 1 day

  • Content includes: safety theory, pre-use checks, safe operation techniques, cutting systems, operational methods, and a practical assessment

  • Delivered by: qualified, experienced, Lantra-approved TUPPCO Training instructors

  • Flexible delivery: on-site training is available at your grounds, estate, facility, or workplace

Expert Training On Your Business Site

TUPPCO Training delivers the Lantra Pedestrian Mowers (TRM01 / MOW02) course directly on your site, allowing learners to train using your own pedestrian mower equipment in real working conditions. This practical, hands-on approach ensures the training is fully relevant to your terrain, daily tasks, and operational requirements.

Benefits of On-Site Lantra Training:

  • Training tailored to your specific mower types, site layout, and operational needs

  • Real-world, hands-on experience with your pedestrian mowers

  • Flexible scheduling to fit your team’s workload and seasonal demands

  • Improves overall site safety, efficiency, and mowing standards

  • Delivered by highly experienced, Lantra-qualified TUPPCO Training instructors

Ideal On-Site Locations Include:

  • Grounds maintenance and facilities teams

  • Local councils, estates, and land management departments

  • Landscaping contractors, schools, and private landowners

  • Parks, sports fields, golf courses, and large outdoor venues

TUPPCO Training provides on-site Lantra Pedestrian Mower courses across the UK, including the Cotswolds, Midlands, South West, and surrounding areas, delivering flexible, practical, and fully accredited training tailored to your team and site.

 

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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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