Overview
Get the knowledge, understanding and skills required to maintain a chainsaw and crosscut timber safely to industry standards, in line with current legislation, in this intensive practical course at Writtle College.
Who should attend?
This course is suitable for anyone who operates a chainsaw as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries.
Dates
- Wednesday 8 – Thursday 9 January 2025
- Monday 20 – Tuesday 21 January 2025
- Monday 3 – Tuesday 4 February 2025
Plus one-day assessment date to be confirmed.
Where you'll study
Your faculty
At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.
Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.
Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.
Where can I study?
Writtle campus
Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.
Fees & funding
Course fees
Standard booking
£550
The cost includes equipment use, personal first aid kit and NPTC registration/assessment.
An additional charge maybe incurred if you do not accept the assessment date offered to you.
Contact details
Short Courses team
[email protected]
Entry requirements
You will need a good level of physical fitness and an ability to study written technical information.
We are governed by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations therefore you will not be allowed to start the course without the correct Personal Protective Equipment which should conform to CE/EN standards:
- Chainsaw trousers
- Chainsaw gloves – approved pictogram to BS EN 381-7
- Chainsaw boots – BS EN ISO 17249 bearing a shield depicting a chainsaw to show compliance with EN381-3, spats are no longer allowed
- Chainsaw helmet with eye and ear protection
By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.
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