City & Guilds NPTC Level 3 Award in Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm (Formerly CS32)

City & Guilds NPTC Level 3 Award in Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm (Formerly CS32)

At: Confirmed on enrolment

Fees: £565

Course Length:
2 Days

Please enquire for dates and times of this course

Unit 301 - Fell and Process Trees over 380mm

This level three unit covers trees whose effective diameter at felling height is over 380mm .This course will help you to understand and identify risk assessments and emergency procedures on the work site to promote knowledge of health and safety legislation and industry good practice. You will be able to fell trees and process over 380mm as well as removing branches on felled trees and dealing with taking down hung up trees.

Entry Criteria

Pre-requisite units – 201 (CS30.1) 202 ( CS30.2) 202 (CS31)

Compulsory Equipment Required for "Use of Chainsaw" Courses

Helmet (Groundwork EN 397) with ear defenders and mesh visor ( complying with EN1731) (not exceeding 3 years old)

If you are considering progressing on to the tree climbing unit CS38 then a climbing helmet ( EN 12492) is recommended with ear defenders and visor

Chainsaw protective gloves* complying with EN 381-7

Chainsaw Trousers* – Type A (Minimum ) Type B (Preferred) for Ground Units only or Type C to include Tree climbing Work ( Chaps are not acceptable)

Chainsaw Boots* complying with EN345-2 (spats are not acceptable)

* These items should carry the CE chainsaw logo

Chainsaw - Max 15inch guide bar length with sufficient fuel and chain oil

Personal First Aid Kit (containing a large wound dressing)

Whistle

Suitable non snag outdoor clothing including waterproofs, you should be prepared for all weather conditions.

General chainsaw maintenance equipment, including a chain filing kit etc.

Hi visibility vest, short sleeved is fine.

All PPE and chainsaw must be provided by the person attending it can not be borrowed from the college for the training or the assessment.

Further information view the following link http://www.hse.gov.uk/treework/safety-topics/chainppe.htm

Felling sites maybe up to 1 hour's drive from the main college and therefore to access these you must have your own transport (buses are not suitable)

Assessment Assessments will be arranged to take place after training has been completed (usually the following week). You will be given the date and time during the training

Progression C&G NPTC Level 3 Award in Assisted Fell Operations

Candidate Quote

"Excellent course and excellent tuition"

BD - Coppell, Lancashire

How To Apply or Enquire Please enquire about applying for this course to: The Short Course Unit, Myerscough College, Bilsborrow, Preston, Lancashire PR3 0RY
Telephone:01995 642255 Email:shortcourses@myerscough.ac.uk Special Education Needs and Disability - Short Courses Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Regrettably the College does not receive funding for the provision of learning support for students with additional learning needs attending Short Courses, which are run on a full-cost basis. The College's Learning Support Service may be able to provide support but it is the responsibility of the student to meet the cost. For further details contact 01995 642222 ext 2045 (or email learningsupport@myerscough.ac.uk) with details of support requirements and the relevant course.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.