CPD Module – Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting (C&G NPTC) 0041-01

Location: Ongar, Essex

Duration: One-day CPD

£286.00 Inc VAT

Candidates must have achieved the prerequisites:

Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting

CPD Module 001 – Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting

This CPD module, delivered by a City & Guilds NPTC approved assessor, is for qualified chainsaw operators who already hold the Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting.

Under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), operators are advised to complete refresher/update training every 3 to 5 years to ensure they work to industry best practice and maintain their levels of competence. This module provides a structured, industry‑recognised way to meet that requirement.

One-day CPD focusing on the practical skills needed to comply with current legislation, industry technical standards and best practice. Candidates will complete a series of scored skills tests, each with a minimum pass mark required to successfully complete the module. Constructive feedback will be provided on performance, along with recommendations for further development where appropriate.

Candidates benefit from being trained on their own machines, but our equipment is available if needed at no extra cost.

Petrol driven chainsaw with maximum recommended guide bar 15 inch.
Relevant chainsaw operator’s manual (paper or electronic copy).
Maintenance tools eg wrench and screwdriver.
Sharpening kit eg round file, flat file, file guide, depth gauge tool.
Timber tongs/hook, turning strap.
Fuel and biodegradable chainsaw oil in approved container(s).

Safety helmet complying with BS EN 397 or BS EN 14052 (only recommended for groundwork).
Hearing protection complying with BS EN 352-1 or BS EN 352-2 or BS EN 352-3.
Eye protection/ mesh visor complying with BS EN 1731.
Gloves complying with BS EN 381-7.
All round leg and groin protection complying with BS EN 381-5. AFAG recommends Type C leg protection. Where Type C is impractical (eg risk of heat stress), it may be appropriate to use Type A, where justified by risk assessment.
Chainsaw safety footwear complying with BS EN ISO 17249.
Non snag outer clothing (preferably high vis).
Personal first aid kit, as a minimum a large wound dressing, barrier gloves, plasters and whistle.