Chainsaw - Small Tree Felling to 380mm / 15inch (NPTC CS31)
Course
In Gunnislake
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Gunnislake
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Duration
4 Days
Suitable for: Anyone using a chainsaw 'professionally' (ie. Where the NPTC certificate is required). Operators who are working for professional forestry or utility arboriculture (eg. Railtrack or the Forestry Commission) will require the separate NPTC test. Operatives must have a certificate of competence.
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About this course
NPTC unit CS30. All trainees must be over 17 years of age and in good health. Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions. First Aid qualification recommended.
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Chainsaw - Small Tree Felling to 380mm / 15inch (NPTC CS31)
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Who should enrol
Anyone using a chainsaw 'professionally' (ie. Where the NPTC certificate is required). Operators who are working for professional forestry or utility arboriculture (eg. Railtrack or the Forestry Commission) will require the separate NPTC test. Operatives must have a certificate of competence.
Content Summary
Introduction & aims
Safe working procedures
Protective clothing
Starting & pre-use checks
Practical demonstrations & safe use
A Safe working area
Preparation, felling & de-limbing
Storage & transport
Legislative issues
Pre-Assessment guidance
Assessment
Separate practical assessment with questions (about 3 hours) on a day following the end of the course - the application process normally take between 2 & 4 weeks but can be arranged sooner in some cases
Course Material
Manufacturers handbook, manual, HSE guidelines, Lantra Workbooks, NPTC assessment schedule
Duration
2 days for experienced users (3 years experience recommended) 3 days for less experienced users
Type
Field use
Certificate
Lantra awards Record of Training
NPTC certificate of competence
Validity
Valid for up to 5 years then requiring a refresher only with no assessment.
Pre-requisites
NPTC unit CS30. All trainees must be over 17 years of age and in good health. Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions. First Aid qualification recommended.
What should I bring to the course?
Chainsaw helmet, Chainsaw gloves, Steel toe-capped Chainsaw workboots, Chainsaw trousers (Type C). Chainsaw in good working order, tools & manual, Fuel / Oil, Felling Lever, First Aid Kit, 2 passport photo`s(
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Chainsaw - Small Tree Felling to 380mm / 15inch (NPTC CS31)