Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue

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Chain Saw Course - Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue

Course Objectives

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Climb a tree – branch walk
  • Rescue a casualty from a tree
  • Achieve a work position in a tree and use a hand saw to sever lightweight branches

Who is the course for?

Tree surgeons, highways, landscape gardeners, conservation – personnel re-training. The course provides the knowledge and skill requirements for candidates to be assessed for NPTC Unit 38 Certificate of Competence 'Climb Trees and Perform Aerial rescue'.

Duration/Format

Minimum 5 days

NVQ/SVQ Linkage

T 26

Instructor/Trainee Ratio

Max: 4
Min: 2

Course Content

  • Inspection of equipment – LOLER’98
  • Climb tree with rope and harness
  • Conduct an aerial rescue
  • Use a hand saw in the tree

Facilities/Equipment Required

  • Own climbing equipment
  • Hand saw for working in tree
  • First aid kit
  • Personal protective equipment
Please Note: Fujikara have a special offer on tree climbing kits. Please download this PDF for more information.
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Venue

Site with open grown trees, not dead or diseased, broad leaf preferred.

Publications included in this package

Candidate workbook, AFAG Safety guides 401, 402, certificate claim form.

Prices

£575+VAT ( 5 days)

NPTC test £115

Cancellation Policy

The full cost of the course is to be paid before the start of the course.

If your place on the course is cancelled, the following will apply:-

  • 7 days notice - full fee refunded
  • 3-7 days notice - half fee refunded *
  • 1-3 days notice - quarter fee refunded *

* if place can be filled then the full fee will be refunded