Chainsaw Refresher Course -
Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting
Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting NPTC Level 2 Units 201/202 (CS30)
Refresher 1 Day Course
Course description
The Chainsaw Refresher Course at Ground Up Training is designed to ensure that your skills and knowledge remain current and in line with the latest industry standards and legislation. This one-day course includes both theoretical and practical elements, focusing on chainsaw maintenance, cross-cutting techniques, and safe timber handling.
Chainsaw Refresher
- Legislation knowledge: Stay updated with the latest laws and regulations pertaining to chainsaw use and tree work.
- Risk Assessment: Learn how to effectively assess and manage risks to ensure a safe working environment.
- Chainsaw Maintenance: Understand the essentials of maintaining your chainsaw, including proper cleaning and troubleshooting.
- Chain Sharpening & Identification: Master the techniques of sharpening your chainsaw chain and identifying different types of chains.
- Correct Chainsaw Starting Procedure: Learn the correct and safe way to start a chainsaw to prevent accidents.
- Cross-Cutting & Bore Cuts: Gain proficiency in cross-cutting and making bore cuts, essential skills for any tree surgeon.
- Branch Removal Methods: Explore various techniques for safely and efficiently removing branches.
- Manual Handling Techniques: Ensure that you use proper manual handling techniques to avoid injury when handling and stacking timber.
Equipment requirements
- PPE: Type C chainsaw trousers, hard hat with ear and eye protection, gloves, and steel toe-cap boots with chainsaw protection.
- Rear-handled chainsaw with up to a 15” bar.
- Fuel & oil for the chainsaw.
- Maintenance and filing kits suitable for the chainsaw being used.
- Filing kit suitable to users chainsaw
Why Do I need this Chainsaw Refresher Course?
Regularly refreshing your skills is crucial in maintaining high standards of competency and safety. The National Proficiency Tests Council (NPTC) recommends that certificates be refreshed every five years to ensure that tree surgeons remain proficient and aware of any changes in techniques or legislation. Many employers also require their staff to have up-to-date refresher certificates to comply with health and safety regulations.
price and booking
Course cost: £XXX (ex VAT) price includes refresher certificate.
Booking: If you would like to book this Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-Cutting refresher, please complete the requirements below and follow the link to our contact form.
Dates: Please click the link below to view our online calendar below for all up coming course dates
Prerequisites
- Candidates must hold a valid NPTC Level 2 20-03 (CS30) Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting certificate
Equipment requirements
- PPE: Type C chainsaw trousers, hard hat with ear & eye protection, gloves and steel toe-cap boots with chainsaw protection
- Rear handled chainsaw with up-to 15” bar
- Fuel & oil
- Maintenance kit
- Filing kit suitable to users chainsaw
Please ensure all equipment is PUWER compliant and PPE is in good condition. Equipment is available for hire if candidates do not yet have their own. Please contact the office for cost.
Are You Ready To Start?
Candidates must hold a valid NPTC Level 2 20-03 (CS30) Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-Cutting certificate.
The refresher course is a one-day program designed to update your skills and knowledge.
Participants need PPE (Type C chainsaw trousers, hard hat with ear and eye protection, gloves, steel toe-cap boots), a rear-handled chainsaw with up to a 15” bar, fuel, oil, and a maintenance kit.
Regular refreshers are crucial to maintain high standards of competency and safety, as well as to stay updated with the latest industry standards and legislation.
The course cost is detailed on the booking page and includes the refresher certificate. For specific pricing, please refer to the course booking section.
