Refresher – Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross Cutting and Felling up to 380mm (Lantra)

Our chainsaw refresher modules keep operators up-to-date with industry-approved standards for health and safety, and practical skills and techniques. This helps to ensure that operators continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture, or allied industries. 

Each module is supported by its own booklet, outlining minimum course content, and will be delivered by instructors approved by Lantra Awards. Modules are designed to be short, sharp, and focused and will provide refresher training for experienced operators.

Who is it for?

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommends that frequent chainsaw users attend refresher training at least every 5 years, and every 2-3 years for infrequent users. 

Course Content

  • HSE legislation and safety guidelines
  • Overview of the chainsaw and maintenance equipment
  • Maintaining the chain, guide bar, and power unit
  • Starting the chainsaw and pre-cutting tests
  • Cross-cutting timber 
  • Felling techniques
  • Branch removal – snedding and de-limbing
  • Clear site and chainsaw checks

Course summary

Title: Refresher – Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross Cutting and Felling up to 380mm

Assessment: Lantra Integrated

Duration: 2-days

Cost: £315+VAT per person to include Lantra training, assessment, and eCertificate

Pre-requisites: Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross Cutting & Felling up to 380mm

Learners will require…

  • Chainsaw (maximum 15″ guide bar)
  • PPE:
    • chainsaw boots
    • chainsaw trousers
    • work gloves
    • forestry helmet
    • forestry first aid kit
  • Operator maintenance tools
  • 2-stroke fuel and saw chain oil
  • Packed lunch

Saw and PPE hire available, ask for details

Availability