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Felling & Processing Trees Over 380mm - LANTRA

LANTRA course with theory and practical training session and assessment covering felling trees up to two times the guide bar length (760mm).<br>

Agenda

By the end of the course delegates will be able to: 

ΓÇó Identify hazards and risks, and produce a risk assessment for the site 
ΓÇó Agree appropriate emergency plans/procedures for the worksite 
ΓÇó Organise site safety in compliance with current good practice and relevant health and safety legislation, and state the procedures required 
ΓÇó Assess the trees to be felled for hazards and risks 
ΓÇó Assess the work site for environmental impact 
ΓÇó Fell trees over 380mm/15ΓÇØ 
ΓÇó Assess a leaning tree and the safest method of felling 
ΓÇó Make accurate felling cuts in the correct positions 
ΓÇó De-limb felled trees in a safe and methodical manner 
ΓÇó Cross-cut timber accurately to required lengths 
ΓÇó Assess and explain the terms tension and compression in timber 
ΓÇó Adopt safe procedures to remove a trapped guide bar 
ΓÇó Handle and stack timber in a safe manner 
ΓÇó Assess a hung-up tree and the safest method of takedown 
ΓÇó Select and prepare equipment required for safe and effective takedown 
ΓÇó Check on the safety of takedown tools 
ΓÇó Make accurate severing cuts in the correct positions 
ΓÇó Select and use hand tools safely 
ΓÇó Take down hung-up trees to a safe and stable position 
ΓÇó State techniques which must not be used for the takedown of hung-up trees.

Course Aims

The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the knowledge on health, safety and legislative matters pertaining to felling trees, as well as various cutting techniques for dealing with felling trees over 380mm in diameter. 

This is a hands-on course that includes both health and safety and practical elements which supply sufficient training to meet the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations.

Certification

Upon completion of this course, delegates will receive a LANTRA accredited certificate that does not expire. However, it is advised and is business best practice that delegates attend a refresher course every 3 years. This course is not an alternative to achieving the qualification in this area. Professional Users must achieve the Level 3 Award in Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm.

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for delegates who are required to operate chainsaws to fell trees larger than the guide bar length. The course is ideally suited to delegates working in Agriculture, Horticulture, Woodland, Local Authorities, Conservation, Construction and Land-based industries. 

Please note that due to the nature of the training a minimum level of fitness will be required for specific operations. Whilst we would not want to disadvantage you as a learner, it is an essential requirement.

As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more

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