Aerial Tree Pruning (Unit 302)

Level 3 Aerial Tree Pruning (Previously CS40)

Aerial Tree Pruning involves skilled chainsaw users working from a rope and harness, carrying out tree pruning operations. This training will provide candidates with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to help increase existing knowledge, understanding, and skills required so they can carry out aerial tree pruning effectively, safely, and to industry standards, in line with current legislation.

Who is it for?

Our Aerial Tree Pruning course is suitable for those in the forestry, arboriculture, and woodland industries, within the private sector or local authorities and conservation roles.

Candidates will already be qualified tree climbers and have their Level 2 qualification in using a chainsaw from a rope and harness. It is expected that candidates will have extensive experience completing aerial tree work using a chainsaw from a rope and harness, before enrolling on this course.

Course content

Risk assessment and summary of legislation
Equipment inspection procedures
Good climbing practice
Recognise different tree species and carry out tree condition assessment
Pruning tools and techniques
Final pruning position and 123 method
Safety considerations and hand signals
Crown thinning
Crown reduction
Environmental considerations

Course summary

Title: Aerial Tree Pruning

Course Code: City and Guilds Unit 302 (previously CS40)

Assessment: Level 3, independently assessed on separate day

Duration: 3-days including assessment

Cost: £590+VAT to include registration, 2-days training, City & Guilds/NPTC assessment, certificate, and ID card

Prices may vary depending on location and/or numbers.

Pre-requisites:

Inexperienced operators may need more time, this will incur additional costs

Learners will require…

Climbing equipment
Hand saw for tree work
First aid kit
PPE
Tools, fuel and oil
Chainsaw PPE
Top handled chainsaw and/ or rear handled chainsaw (lightweight)
Packed lunch