Snap-on has expanded its technical education program by now offering Horticulture Certification.
Horticulture is a fast-growing industry that requires specific job training and qualifications, and career opportunities exist for those skilled and educated in the proper use and safety of horticultural tools.
The Horticulture Certification course covers four areas: safety, pruner and lopper design, applications and tool maintenance.
- Safety objectives
- Protective guidelines for using, storing and carrying
- Pruner and lopper design
- One- versus two-handed models
- Features and sizes
- Ergonomics
- Applications
- Environment and material size
- Cutting guidelines
- Tool maintenance
For more information on the program visit the Snap-on website.
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