Chainsaw – Use of Chainsaw from a Rope & Harness (NPTC CS39)
Who is the Course for?
Anyone using a chainsaw in a tree. Must already have NPTC Maintenance and Cross Cutting, Felling Small Trees (CS30 and 31), and Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
(CS38) qualifications. First Aid training recommended.
2 days.
Separate practical assessment with questions (about 3-4 hours) through an NPTC centre. Individuals normally arrange their own assessment with their local NPTC
centre once they have completed their training.
What should you bring to the course? - click here for details
! Please note: All trainees must be over 17 years of age. Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions. First Aid training recommended.
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NPTC Certificate of Competence
Refresher training is recommended about every 3 years
Lantra awards certificate of basic training & photo ID card
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What the course includes:
• Safe working practices
• Tree climbing equipment
• Pre-use checks
• Practical demonstrations & safe use
• A Safe working area, hazard analysis
• Working with the grounds person
• Work positioning, chainsaw best practice
• Cutting techniques
• Target pruning, crown thinning
• Equipment storage & transport
• Legislative issues
• Pre-Assessment guidance
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