Maintenance, Cross-cutting and Felling trees upto 380mm
A separate examination fee will be required on completion of the training course (£340 no VAT)
| Course Code: | CS 30 / CS 31 |
| Course Description: | A five day course covering the maintenance of chainsaws and the felling and processing of hardwood or softwood trees up to 15 inches in diameter. |
| Suitable For: | This course is for novice operators with little or no experience of chainsaw use, who are required to operate chainsaws for both cross cutting and felling trees with a diameter at felling height of between 8″ and 15″. This course prepares the candidates to take an assessment for NPTC Units CS30 & CS31. |
| Pre-Requisites: | N/A |
| Duration/Format: | Duration/Format: 1 days maintenance in workshop, 4 days felling on site, assessed on a 6th day |
| Times: | 9.00am to 5.00pm daily |
| Learning Outcomes: | Introduction Maintenance of the chainsaw Protective clothing and safety features of the chainsaw Chain sharpening Fuelling, oiling and starting a chainsaw and Pre start checks Felling of small trees using various felling techniques Snedding or de-limbing of felled trees Cross cutting Take down of hung up trees using hand tools |
| Equipment Needs: | Candidates will need to bring one passport sized photograph, a waterproof coat and over-trousers (course will continue even in rain). If the candidate has chainsaw protective clothing then these should be brought with them along with a chainsaw with a maximum guide bar of 15 inches. If not, this and all other equipment will be provided |
| Notes: |
During the five days on site you will need to bring your own lunch. Hot drinks will be provided for the duration of the course free of charge. CS30 and CS31 can be taken as separate courses if required. CS30 is a 2 day course and CS31 is a 3 day course. |