Course Overview:

Unit 309 – Use of a chainsaw from a mobile elevated work platform

This course is for individuals who carry out tasks in operations using a chainsaw from a mobile elevated work platform (MEWP) as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries.  The 2 days training is designed to prepare candidates for their C&G NPTC assessment and provides the knowledge, understanding and skills required to prepare and operate a chainsaw from a MEWP safely and to industry standards in line with current legislation.  Topics covered include health and safety, risk assessment, legislation, site preparation, pre start checks and setting up of the MEWP, rescue from a MEWP and using a chainsaw from a MEWP.

Equipment:

• LOLER compliant MEWP with relevant operator’s manual
• Full body harness EN361 compliant with work restraint lanyard
• Top or rear handled chainsaw (maximum guide bar 15 inch) with maintenance tools
• Hand saw
• Fuel and oil in approved container(s)

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Safety helmet complying with BS EN 397
• Hearing protection complying with BS EN 352-1 or BS EN 352-2 or BS EN 352-3
• Eye protection/ mesh visor complying with either BS EN 1731
• Gloves complying with BS EN 381-7
• All round leg and groin protection complying with BS EN 381-5.  AFAG strongly recommends Type C leg protection for aerial work.
• Chainsaw safety footwear complying with BS EN ISO 17249
• Non snag outer clothing. The use of high-visibility clothing may also be appropriate.
• Personal first-aid kit, incorporating a large wound dressing, barrier gloves, plasters and a whistle

Who Is This Course For?:

Potential candidates must have successfully completed the below qualification(s):

Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting

Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Felling Trees up to 380mm

Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of a Mobile Elevated Work Platform or equivalent IPAF training

Location:

Training and assessment will take place at your premises using your own equipment.  If preferred training can take place at our premises in Ongar, however you must provide your own equipment.

Duration:

Total 3 days (2 days training plus one-day assessment)

Cost:

Bookings for 2 candidates £1,340 + £180 vat = £1,520 

Bookings for up to 4 candidates £1,500 + £180 vat = £1,680

How to book:

Contact us for more information

Why Choose D J Gemmill For Your Basic Chainsaw Course?

As Lantra approved training providers for the Essex area, we are trusted with delivering high quality chainsaw training. Our instructors, tutors and assessors have extensive knowledge in chainsaw maintenance and handling and we make sure our class sizes are kept to a minimum. This helps us understand your requirements better and it helps you benefit from our expertise as much as possible.

If you want any more information about us or the course in general, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.