OUR CHAINSAW, FORESTRY AND ARBORICULTURE TRAINING COURSES
Discover expert Chainsaw, Forestry and Aboriculture training courses, available at locations across Lincolnshire.
At Lincoln Rural Training, we understand the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest chainsaw training requirements, which is why we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of courses to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Whether you are an occasional or a regular user of chainsaws, we have a program that fits your needs.
Our courses are designed in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), ensuring that our clients receive the most current and relevant training possible. Regular users of chainsaws are required to refresh their skills every five years, while occasional users must do so every three years. Our programs are designed to provide comprehensive training, aligning with the latest industry standards and complying with all relevant legislation.
In addition to our standard chainsaw training programs, we are also proud to offer the Forestry Qualification – EFAAW-F, an extension of our Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAAW) programme. This is usually an extra one hour course, bolted on to the primary EFAAW course and focuses on the treatment of wounds, Lyme Disease, and bites in a forestry setting, providing clients with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to emergency situations in the field. and should be considered by all blade users such as Hedge Cutters, Brush Cutters, Trimmers etc. These two courses offer separate qualificaions.
At Lincoln Rural Training, our goal is to provide our clients with the highest quality chainsaw training programs, delivered by experienced and knowledgeable trainers. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or meet regulatory requirements, we have the right programme for you.
Contact Us today to learn more about our comprehensive range of chainsaw training courses.
Chainsaw Training Courses
Our Chainsaw training courses are limited to a small group of only four trainees per course. To secure your spot and have the best chance of choosing your preferred date, we suggest making your inquiries as early as possible.
CHAINSAW: MAINTENANCE
1 day course with City & Guilds assessment on a different day, if required.
Chainsaw: Maintenance and Cross Cutting
2 day course with or without assessment.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
On the above two courses, if you elect not to be assessed, you will not be able to fell until you have been independently assessed. You can elect to do the 2 day course and assessment, have a break and then do the felling course in the future or do the whole 5 days as a block with the assessment on day 6 the following week. Courses are normally Monday to Friday.
Chainsaw: Fell & Process Trees Up to 380mm
This is a 3 day course if you have passed Maintenance and Cross Cutting in the previous 6 months. Otherwise it is 4 days. However, !f you book the 5 day maintenance, cross cutting and felling up to 380, the felling element is integrated into the 5 days. Assessment the following week.
Chainsaw: Maintenance, Cross Cutting and Felling Up to 380mm
5 days with assessment on day 6 the following week.
Chainsaw from MEWP
The Mobile Elevated Work Platform is a separate course, integrated, which is on day 1. Second day is to operate the Chainsaw from the platform. This has to be independently assessed by City & Guilds.
Chainsaw: Felling Trees Over 380mm
3 day course, pre requisite is felling up to 380mm.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please download the Chainsaw Training Courses Equipment List in order to make sure that you have access to the relevant equipment for your selected course. If you require further clarification on the equipment required for your course please do not hesitate to Contact Us. We recommend that you contact us as early as possible in order to avoid any last minute complications.
Aerial Training Courses
Access a tree using rope and harness/aerial tree rescue
5 day course with assessment on day 6. Double rope system currently in use. NB – no chainsaw qualifications are needed for this course, this is purely a rescue facility.
Aerial Cutting of Trees with A chainsaw, using free-fall Techniques.
Pre-requisite for this is the 5 day rope and harness course. Operating with a chainsaw for this course is 3 days.
Aerial Tree Pruning / aerial tree rigging
These are separate courses and are subject to the successful completion of the above two aerial courses.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please download the Aerial Training Courses Equipment List in order to make sure that you have access to the relevant equipment for your selected course. If you require further clarification on the equipment required for your course please do not hesitate to Contact Us. We recommend that you contact us as early as possible in order to avoid any last minute complications.
Other Forestry And Arboriculture Training Courses
BTI
Basic Tree Inspection. 1 Day course to identify basic tree problems.
PTI
Professional Tree Inspection: 3 day course (plus a background reading list). This is a very comprehensive degree course level. Useful to have the BTI but not essential.
Pole Pruners
1 day integrated course if you have a chainsaw qualification or 2 days if not.
Stump Grinder
1 day integrated course. Pesticide Plugs (Euro Plugs) PA6 is a good alternative if it proves difficult to get the machinery in place.
Woodchipper
1 day integrated course.