Part time Clearing Saws AB057
Vocational qualification
In Dorchester
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Dorchester
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Duration
2 Days
National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC) offer a full range of courses aimed at the professional operator. This two day course in the use of clearing saws will bring you up to the standard required to take the NPTC module A012 in clearing saws.
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Course programme
Clearing Saws (NPTC Certificate A012) AB057
QualificationCertificate of Competence in Clearing Saws (NPTC A012)
Qualification Level
Level : 2
What do these levels mean?
Duration :1 day / week for 2 weeks
Times :2 days: 9.30 am - 4.30 pm
Dates :Courses run on request throughout the year, subject to numbers.
Run by : Arboriculture Department.
Tutor : Chris Sadd
Awarding Body
City & Guilds NPTC
Is it right for me?
National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC) offer a full range of courses aimed at the professional operator. This two day course in the use of clearing saws will bring you up to the standard required to take the NPTC module A012 in clearing saws.
What qualifications will I need?
Minimum age 16 years.
Completion of CS30 and CS31 and current certificate card.
Tetanus protection is recommended.
What will I be learning about?
- Safety factors
- Machine servicing
- Fitting a new recoil starter cord
- Sharpening a cutter knife
- Methods of operation of saws
- Adjusting a harness
- Maximum blade speeds
What is involved?
Two days training and one two hour assessment.
What materials are required?
Steel toe'capped safety boots and old clothes. Basic stationery and writing materials.
PLEASE NOTE: All students must bring a passport size photograph on the first day of their course and their national insurance number.
What is next?
Service your Garden Machinery.
Certificate of Competence in Brushwood Chipper Operations.
Chainsaw courses (City & Guilds or LANTRA).
How will I be assessed?
By NPTC, within 3 to 4 weeks later at Kingston Maurward College.
How much will it cost?
£395
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Notes
Experienced operators may be able to attend for one day only. Please telephone Ken Crafer to enquire 01305 215056.
Part time Clearing Saws AB057