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Safe Use of Quick Hitches

Cost: Call for price
Funding: See below
Duration: 1 day
Locations: Employers can hold the course at the venue of their choice if they need 6-16 places. For details, email
Dates: Call 0344 994 4433
Entry requirements: See below

Take this one-day course if you're a beginner or simply need a refresher.

Learn the classifications of quick hitch devices, and best practice.

Course content

  • Identify the risks associated with quick hitch devices
  • Fit and operate ancillary equipment
  • Operator’s legal duties regarding quick hitches
  • Safe working practice for quick hitches
  • Connect and disconnect attachments safely
  • When and how to conduct visual inspection of equipment
  • Maintenance of quick hitch equipment
  • Testing connections 
  • Importance of manufacturer specifications.

Teaching and assessment 

  • 1 day of classroom-learning and practical activities.

Entry requirements

  1. Good spoken and written English.
  2. Valid form of ID. See accepted forms of ID

By booking a course, you agree to follow our Terms and Conditions.

Grants and funding

Grants are available for eligible employers. For further information please visit our grant pages.