Part time Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue Unit 38 AB021

Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue, Unit 38 AB021
QualificationCertificate of Competence to Climb Trees and Perform Aerial Rescue
Qualification Level
Level : 2
What do these levels mean?

Duration :1 day / week for 6 weeks

Times :6 x Tuesday: 9.30 am - 4.30 pm

Dates :2 courses:
5.01.10 - 9.02.10
20.04.10 - 25.05.10

Run by : Arboriculture Department.
Tutor : Spencer Gregory

Awarding Body
City & Guilds NPTC

Is it right for me?
A six day course which will give you a thorough understanding of tree climbing and aerial rescue techniques in preparation for NPTC assessment. This is a requirement for anyone who wants to work or already works in the industry.

What qualifications will I need?
Students must be aged 16 or over on 1st September of the year in which the course starts. Tetanus protection is recommended.

What will I be learning about?

• Health and safety
• Identification of climbing equipment
• Tree climbing techniques
• Types of access into the tree
• Use of climbing irons
• Aerial rescue

What materials are required?
Writing materials. Steel toe'capped boots.
PLEASE NOTE: All students must bring a passport size photograph and their national insurance number on the first day of their course.

What is next?
Unit 39 ' Operate a chainsaw from a rope and harness

How will I be assessed?
By an external assessor on the final day of the course.

How much will it cost?
£695

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