Part-time & Short Courses

This course runs over 3 days - 2 days training followed by assessment on Day 3. You will need to be fully competent in the use of a chain saw and have a full set of personal protective clothing complying with current Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.  

Course content:

• The use of a chain saw within the tree canopy
• Communications
• Organisation of work
• Anchor points
• Transfer of tools and equipment
• Safe use of chain saw
• Techniques for the removal of branches
• Storage of equipment and regulations.  

Entry Requirements:

Applicants must be aged sixteen or older and hold the following NPTC Certificates of Competence:

• Chain Saw Maintenance - CS30
• Small Tree Felling - CS31
• Climb Tree and Perform Aerial Rescue - CS38

Venue: Bicton College or a location to suit your business, subject to minimum group size of 4 people

Further information: please contact Short  course admissions on 01395 562347 or email shortcourses@bicton.ac.uk