Course overview
What You Will Study
This qualification is for individuals who use chainsaws as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries. It will provide the individual with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to use chainsaws from a rope and harness safely and to industry standards in line with current legislation.
You will cover:
Risk assessment
Emergency planning
Legislation
Industry best practice
Environmental considerations
Tree condition
Tools and equipment
Pruning techniques
Pruning from a rope and harness
This is a two-day course and replaces the old qualification CS39.
You will need to bring the following:
None snag clothing
Arborists climbing, chainsaw protective boots.
You are welcome to bring your own 'top handle' saw and use your own climbing equipment, but climbing equipment must have an in date LOLER check, or be under six months old, and be checked by the trainer. The college has a good selection of the latest climbing equipment for learners to familiarise themselves with.
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