Lynher Training courses

...tree access techniques Work positioning, light branch removal Tree descent Aerial rescue - 4 methods Equipment storage & transport Legislative issues Pre-Assessment...

...Operators who are working in arboriculture (e.g. Western Power or tree surgery) will require the separate NPTC test. Chainsaw - Use of a Chainsaw from a Rope & Harness...

...be over 15 years of age and in good health. Some First Aid training is advised. Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be...

...Suitable for: Anyone using a chainsaw to fell small trees for work or domestic purposes. Operators who are working for professional foresters or utility arborists... Learn about: Tree surgery, Felling to 200mm, Tree cutting...

...Suitable for: Anyone using a chainsaw to fell small trees for work or domestic purposes. Operators who are working for certain organizations... Learn about: Tree Felling to 200mm, Tree cutting, Tree surgery...

...The assessor will assist in compiling a portfolio of evidence and help with the written and verbal questions as required. Photographs will be required...

...The course covers: Familiarisation with the machine and working parts. Pre-use checks & risk assessments. Controls & instruments. Start / Stop & steering...

...& a harness on steep embankments or other ground based use. Operators must be trained. Content Summary Health & Safety considerations / LOLER 98 Familiarisation...

...assessments Starting & operating checks A Safe working area Practical demonstrations & safe use. Maintenance, storage & transport. Legislative issues...

...Brushcutter for work purposes Content Summary Introduction & aims Pre-use checks & risk assessments Familiarisation with the machine and working parts...

...All trainees must be over 16 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...

...however, if you think you may require assistance with either the written or computer tests you must notify the assessment centre at the time of booking...

...Introduction & aims Approved Code of Practice Target vermin & their control methods Legislation, protection & pollution control Health & safety...

...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...

...felling & de-limbing Storage & transport Legislative issues Assessments Assessment Practical assessment with short questions at end of course...

...Railtrack or the Forestry Commission) or those wishing to continue to felling trees over 200mm (or tree climbing) should attend the range of courses leading...

...forestry or utility arboriculture (e.g. Railtrack or the Forestry Commission) or those wishing to continue to felling trees over 200mm or tree climbing...

...Suitable for: Anyone using a chainsaw 'professionally' (ie. Where the NPTC certificate is required). Operators who are working for professional forestry...

...(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...

...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...