Proclimber Training Course 1b - Felling & processing trees up to 380mm (15”)
For NPTC Unit CS31
How long does the course last? Three days
Where and when will this course be run? Locations vary, please call for dates
How many people will attend each course? Four
Do I need any prior qualifications (pre-requisites) for this course? Yes - NPTC unit CS30 – Maintain and operate the chainsaw (Proclimber Course 1a)
What does this course cover?
- Understanding risk assessments and emergency procedures
- Selecting and preparing equipment for felling
- Felling small trees (between 200mm and 380mm), including trees that lean slightly away from direction of fall
- Taking down hung up trees
- Safe use of hand tools
- Removing branches (snedding) safely and effectively
- Cross-cutting and conversion
- Stacking timber and manual handling
What equipment do I need?
- Balanced Safety Helmet – (EN397/EN352-3/EN1731)
- Chainsaw protective trousers – (EN381-5)
- Chainsaw protective gloves – (EN388/EN381-7)
- Chainsaw protective boots – (EN345-2)
- Personal First Aid Kit
- Whistle
- Rear handled chainsaw with a recommended guide bar length of 380mm (15”)
- Maintenance tool kit for chainsaw
- Fuel and chain oil (please ensure you have enough for the entire course)
- Felling lever with cant hook, wedges (plastic or aluminium)
- Wet weather clothing and packed lunch each day
What will this cost me? - £210.00 (Prices are based on a minimum of four people per course, if there are less than four people, the cost will be higher per person.)
