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Ground Based Chainsaw Operator - NPTC unit 0020-12

This course consists of three mandatory units with the following learning outcomes:

Unit 201 - Carry out Maintenance of Chainsaw and Cutting System

  • Be able to work safely

  • Be able to carry out maintenance of chainsaw and cutting system

  • Be able to carry out operational chainsaw checks

  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and industry good practice

  • Know how to carry out maintenance of chainsaw and cutting system

Unit 202 - Cross-cut Timber Using a Chainsaw

  • Be able to work safely

  • Be able to cross-cut timber using a chainsaw

  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and industry good practice

  • Know how to cross-cut timber using a chainsaw

Unit 203 - Fell and Process Trees Using a Chainsaw

  • Be able to work safely

  • Be able to fell and process trees up to 380mm

  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and industry good practice

  • Know how to fell and process trees up to 380mm

  • Know how to remove branches from felled trees using a chainsaw

  • Know how to take down hung up trees

Course Title: CS30/31 Ground Based Chainsaw Operator

Prerequisites: None

Location: Mere Sands Wood, Sites across the North West, Workplace Training Available

Times: 9.00am - 4.00pm

Duration: 5 days

Places: 4

Equipment Required: Chainsaw Boots, Chainsaw Trousers, Helmet with Visor and Ear Defenders, Chainsaw with maximum 15 inch guide bar, Sharpening Kit with Plug Spanner, Suitable Waterproof Clothing, Chainsaw Gloves - Please contact us if any of the listed equipment is not available to you as we can provide some items.

Assessment Fee: £280

Course Price: £500

Total Course Price: £780 (including assessment fee)

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