Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting & Felling to 200mm
(Lantra Certificate of Basic Training & Photo ID Card)
Who is the Course for?
Anyone using a chainsaw to fell small trees for work or domestic purposes.
Operators who work for certain organizations (e.g. Railtrack or the Forestry Commission), or who wish to continue to felling trees over 200mm, or to use a chainsaw in trees should attend a different training course which leads to the NPTC test.
4 days for novice or less experienced users.
2 days for experienced users i.e. 3 years experience recommended.
Practical assessment with short questions at end of course
Workshop on first day only, second, third & fourth days in woods
Refresher training is recommended approximately every three years
Do you have a group?
Our instructor may be able to carry out training at your own site (subject to facilities and suitability) - please enquire
Or Individuals?
Come and join us at one of our open courses
! 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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Lantra awards certificate of basic training & photo ID card
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What the course includes:
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
Safe working practices
Storage & transport
Legislative issues
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