Felling CS33 Large Trees

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FELLING CS33 LARGE TREES

Local Sites - Please contact us for details

2 days

NPTC / LANTRA

 

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This course trains the operator to fell large trees over 24" diameter.
This is two days training, towards a
NPTC independent test.
Training is carried out on site and the client will need to provide workshop facilities and have access to some large trees to fell.  It is worth noting that a felling licence will also be required.

A legal chainsaw and full safety clothing is required for each student, a list of which can be found below.

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ITEMS REQUIRED FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING CHAINSAW COURSES


Chainsaw with:

15" cutter bar (maximum   length).
Chain brake.
Chain catcher.
Front and rear hand guard.
Easy to use and see engine stop.
Guide bar cover.

Safety clothing:
(All PPE manufactured (EN166) or imported since July 95 and must conform to a CE Standard - number shown in brackets)

Helmet - In date please (EN 397).
Eye protection mesh visor .(EN1731) or safety glasses
Ear protection (EN352).
Jacket which will not get tangled in bushes or trees.
Chainsaw mitts (EN381-7).
Chainsaw trousers (EN381-5).
Chainsaw boots (EN345-2).

Other Items:

Handbook for your saw.
Spares which you think you may need including fuel.
Round Files - Callipers.
Depth gauge regulator.
Flat mill saw file.
Small screwdriver.
Combination spanner/screwdriver.
Bar groove cleaner.
Grease gun.
Filing clamp or portable vice.

 

 

Further Information :

Please also see HSE Chainsaw Guidelines

 

To find out more about this course or book a place please contact The Training Association.