Use of Chainsaw from a MEWP (Unit 309)

Level 3 Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) 

(Previously City & Guilds CS47)

Working at height with a chainsaw can be dangerous, so it is essential that operators have the confidence and expertise in order to avoid any accidents. Our Use of a Chainsaw from a mobile elevated work platform (MEWP) course will provide candidates with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure they are confident at height whilst using a chainsaw, and make sure they are aware of the relevant health and safety guidelines, so they stay protected.

Who is it for?

Our one day chainsaw from a MEWP course is suitable for those who work in the arboriculture, forestry, utility, horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance industries, and have a need to work with a chainsaw from a mobile elevated work platform. 

Candidates will be existing chainsaw users, who already have training and experience using MEWPs (Lantra Mobile Elevated Work Platform). They will hold Level 2 qualifications in Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross-cutting, and Felling Trees up to 380mm (previously City & Guilds CS30/CS31). They will also require a City and Guilds or IPAF qualification in safe use of MEWPs, but if necessary, this can be assessed at the same time as Chainsaw from a MEWP.

Course content

  • Hazards, risks and controls associated with the site, task and machine
  • Emergency procedures relevant to the site 
  • Industry guides relevant to using a chainsaw from a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP)
  • Warning decals on the MEWP
  • MEWP instruments and controls
  • Pre-use and running checks for the MEWP
  • Site and MEWP set up
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Different cuts on lateral and vertical or near vertical branches
  • Pre-start checks and setting of the chainsaw
  • Operate the MEWP safely
  • Converting the MEWP to transport position
  • Post use checks
  • Site clean up

Course summary

Title: Chainsaw from a MEWP

Course Code: City and Guilds Unit 309 (previously CS47)

Assessment: Level 3, independently assessed on separate day

Cost:

£365+VAT (for those with existing MEWP qualification)

£425+VAT (for those who require MEWP assessment also)

Costs are per person to include registration, 1-day training, City & Guilds/NPTC assessment, certificate, and ID card

Prices may vary depending on location and/or numbers

Duration: 2-days including assessment 

Pre-requisites:

Learners will require…

  • Chainsaw (maximum 15″ guide bar)
  • Operator maintenance tools
  • 2-stroke fuel and saw chain oil
  • PPE:
    • chainsaw boots
    • chainsaw trousers (type A)
    • Chainsaw, climbing helmet (with ear defenders and visor)
    • work gloves
    • forestry first aid kit
  • Hi-viz clothing
  • Packed lunch

Availability