Some of our more popular courses are detailed below. If you require training that is not listed here, please call on 01443 230000.
Prices include the use of equipment and fuel. Unless otherwise stated, assessment and registration fees are also included. Learners are required to provide Personal Protective Equipment and clothing.
“Special discounts are available for Candidates purchasing this equipment/clothing at Forest Park and Garden”.
CHAINSAW
Our range of chainsaw and tree care courses prepare learners for independent City and Guilds NPTC assessments. The courses have been developed by leading professionals and instructors.
Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting 003920 (Formerly CS30): Training , Registration £TBC + VAT & Assessment £TBC-
This 2 day course is the pre-requisite for all other chainsaw qualifications. Course content includes risk assessment, safety precautions, daily and routine maintenance, sharpening, safe operation of the saw, cross cutting and stacking.
Chainsaw Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm 003921 (Formerly CS31): Training, Registration £TBC + VAT & Assessment – £ TBC
This 3 day course covers the felling of trees, normally in a woodland or forest setting. It includes preparation of site and equipment, legislation, felling of upright front and back leaning trees and the safe takedown of hung up trees.
Chainsaw Maintenance, Crosscutting and Felling Combined Course 003920/003921 (Formerly CS30/CS31) – Training, Registration £TBC + VAT & Assessment – £TBC
This 5 day course combines the two courses above.
Chainsaw Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm 003933 (Formerly CS32) – Training & Registration £TBC + VAT & Assessment £TBC
This 2/3 day course depending on experience covers the felling of larger trees, usually in a woodland or forest setting. It includes preparation of site and equipment, legislation, felling of upright, front and back leaning trees and the safe takedown of hung up trees using a winch. Additional assessment date needed.
Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue 003922 (Formerly CS38) – Training, Registration £TBC + VAT & Assessment £TBC
This course is delivered over 5 days. We feel this allows time for learners to practice and gain the confidence required to enter into the workplace with new skills. Course content includes risk assessment, legislation, equipment selection, ascent and climbing methods, work positioning, some tree identification and a range of rescue scenarios. This course is the pre requisite for further aerial qualifications.
Aerial Chainsaw use for Free Fall Cutting 003923 (Formerly CS39) – Training & Registration £ TBC + VAT & Assessment + £TBC
This 2/3 day course (may be extended to 3 for less experienced climbers) covers the use of a chainsaw from rope and harness. Learners are coached in work positioning, safe handling and use of a chainsaw in the tree and a range of free fall and hand held cutting techniques.
Aerial Tree Pruning 003931 (Formerly CS40) – Training, Registration £TBC + VAT & Assessment £TBC
This 2 day course covers the aerial pruning of trees using a chainsaw and other hand tools. Course content includes pruning methods and techniques, work positioning and tool selection. Additional assessment day needed.
Aerial Tree Rigging 003932 – Training & Registration £TBC + VAT
This 2/3 day course is suitable for ground workers and experienced climbers. Course content includes Legislation, planning of rigging techniques and equipment, estimating the weight of sections and forces generated, lowering and lifting of sections, speedlines and management of the worksite. Climbers will be prepared for assessment in Aerial Tree Rigging (formally CS41). Ground workers will be prepared for assessments in supporting Colleagues Undertaking Off Ground Tree Related Operations (formally CS45).
NPTC COURSES – Integrated Training and Assessment
Powered Pole Pruner ITA 003926- Training , Registration & Assessment £TBC + VAT
This 1 day course covers the maintenance and use of powered pole pruners or pole saws and the maintenance of the chain and correct use of the machine.
Wood Chipper 002057/002058 ITA – Training, Registration & Assessment £TBC + VAT
This one day course covers the maintenance and safe use of manually fed brushwood chippers.
Stump Grinder ITA 002053/002054- Training, Registration & Assessment £TBC + VAT
This one day course covers the maintenance and safe use of stump grinding equipment.
Brushcutter & Trimmer ITA 001421/001426- Training, Registration & Assessment £TBC + VAT
This one day course covers the maintenance and safe use of Brushcutter and Trimmers.
Hedgecutter ITA – Training, Registration & Assessment £TBC + VAT
This one day course covers the maintenance and safe use of Hedgecutters.
OTHER COURSES
Pesticides PA1 & PA6 021649- Training, Registration & Assessment £TBC + VAT & Assessment £TBC
Delivered over 3 days, this course covers the basic pesticides unit and the application of pesticides using knapsack sprayer. NPTC assessments held on completion of course.
IPAF
Mobile Elevated Work Platform – 001701/001702 Training, Registration & Assessment £TBC + VAT
Covering the safe operation of MEWP’s. Training and certification for two categories of machines can be accommodated per day. Categories are as follows: 1a – Static Verticle, 1b – Static Boom (trailer, truck or track mounted), 3a – Mobile Verticle (scissor lift) and 3b – Mobile Boom.
- PEDESTRIAN MOWER
- BLOWER
- FIRST AID
For more information please call 01443 230000
