Part time Use of Powered Pole Pruners AB058

Vocational qualification

In Dorchester

£ 250 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Dorchester

  • Duration

    1 Day

Under the Lifting Operations Equipment Regulations 1998 and the Working at Height Regulations 2005 we are asked to consider all other options before working at height. The use of the pole pruner is one option we could consider to reduce the amount of time spent up a tree. The course will give the necessary instruction leading to the NPTC assessment.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Dorchester (Dorset)
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DT2 8PY

Start date

On request

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Course programme


Use of Powered Pole Pruners AB058
QualificationNPTC Certificate of Competence Powered Pole Pruners
Qualification Level
Level : 2
What do these levels mean?

Duration :1 day

Times :1 day: 9.30 am - 4.30 pm

Dates :Courses run on request throughout the year, subject to numbers.
Run by : Arboriculture Department.
Tutor : To be Confirmed

Awarding Body
City & Guilds NPTC

Is it right for me?
Under the Lifting Operations Equipment Regulations 1998 and the Working at Height Regulations 2005 we are asked to consider all other options before working at height. The use of the pole pruner is one option we could consider to reduce the amount of time spent up a tree. The course will give the necessary instruction leading to the NPTC assessment.

What qualifications will I need?
Minimum age 16 years. Tetanus protection is recommended.

What will I be learning about?
  • Identify and inspect key components of the powered pruner
  • Prepare the powered pruner to work safely
  • Carry out daily and routine maintenance
  • Operate the powered pruner safely according to practical risk assessment

What materials are required?
Writing materials. Personal protective clothing and equipment provided.
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 38 Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue.

How will I be assessed?
Observation of practical performance and questioning for underpinning knowledge.

How much will it cost?
£250
There will be an extra cost for exam and certification. Amount as yet to be confirmed.

Money Matters

Part time Use of Powered Pole Pruners AB058

£ 250 + VAT