Chainsaw Upgrade from Maintenance - Cross Cutting & Basic Felling Techniques

Chainsaw Upgrade from Maintenance - Cross Cutting & Basic Felling Techniques up to 200mm to NPTC units CS30 & CS3
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Who should enrol
Anyone having completed the Lantra basic course and wishes to upgrade or refresh their skills prior to taking the NPTC tests for CS30 & CS31.

Operatives should have a certificate of basic training.

Content Summary
Introduction & aims
Workshop Safety
Guide bar, Saw chain and power unit
Routine maintenance
Assembly / re-assembly
Safety features
Lubrication & fuelling
Protective clothing
Starting & pre-use checks
Practical demonstrations & safe use
A Safe working area
Preparing, Felling & De-limbing
Safe working practices
Storage & transport.
Legislative issues.
Assessments

Assessment
Separate practical assessment with questions (about 3 - 4 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, maintenance manual, HSE guidelines

Duration
1 day for experienced users (3 years experience essential) 2 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

Pre-requisites
All trainees must be over 17 years of age and in good health. Some First Aid training is advised.

Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions.

What should I bring to the course?
ainsaw helmet, Chainsaw gloves, Steel toe-capped Chainsaw workboots, Chainsaw trousers (Type C). Also Chainsaw in good working order, tools & manual,Fuel / Oil, Felling Level, First Aid Kit, 2 passport photo`s.