Arboricultural Ground Worker

Level 2 Arboricultural Ground Worker (Previously City and Guilds CS45)

Individuals who operate ground working tasks as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry, or other industries. It will provide the individual with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out arboricultural ground worker tasks, e.g. preparing equipment, setting equipment, and supporting aerial workers on site.

Who is it for?

Our Arboricultural Ground Worker training is suitable for those who work with an aerial chainsaw team, to support them on the ground with pruning and dismantling tasks. This course has been devised with the key aim for candidates to successfully evidence their competence in forestry and arboriculture operations.

Course content

Legislation and Health and Safety
Hazards, risks, and control measures
Emergency planning
Industry good practice and roles and responsibilities
Site zoning in relation to on site preparation
Working safely in drop zones
Tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Prepare equipment for use
Considerations for correct set-up and removal of ladders
Pass and retrieve equipment to and from the aerial operator
Set-up a ground based lowering device
How to lower tree sections safely
Correct methods for disposing of waste, in line with legislation
Clean and tidy working areas
Environmental considerations

Course summary

Title: Arboricultural Ground Worker

Course Code: Unit 205 (previously CS45)

Duration: 2-days including assessment

Assessment: Level 2, independently assessed on separate day

Cost: £310+VAT per person to include training, assessment, and certificate

This training can be completed alongside Aerial Tree Rigging, or as a standalone unit for ground support team.

Learners will require…

PPE:

Helmet (BS EN 397 or BS EN 14052)
Ear defenders (BS EN 352-1, BS EN 352-2, or BS EN 352-3)
Eye protection mesh visor (BS EN 1731)
Work gloves
Safety boots

Chainsaw PPE required if operating a chainsaw