This practical course, formerly known as CS31, builds off the knowledge gained in the chainsaw maintenance and cross cutting course. After successful completion, students will be able to safely fell and process small trees up to 380mm in diameter. Chainsaws will be provided but students must provide their own PPE.

Entry requirements:

NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw maintenance and cross cutting (003920) or (022003)

Course Description

 

Equipment required:

-Forestry Helmet (EN 397) with ear muffs and mesh visor.
-Chainsaw Protective Trousers (pr EN 381-5) Type C all-round leg protection.
-Safety Boots with chainsaw protection to BS EN ISO 20345:2004 and bearing a shield depicting a chainsaw to show compliance with EN381-3 (toe cap - EN 345 Chainsaw protection pr EN 345 part 2). For on ground operations, Forestry ‘Wellingtons’ with chainsaw protection are suitable.
-Chainsaw gloves (EN381-7).

Please note that this course has a £144 mandatory assessment fee. 

Tuition: £686

Assessment: £144

Total: £830

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Please ensure you are able to attend both the training and assessment dates. If you are unable to attend the assessment date, additional charges may incur.

Are you booking for 3 or more candidates?  Did you know that we can come to your premises and deliver this training? 

Please email: [email protected] Or call: 01273 892 127