Course Overview
This practical course, formerly known as CS31, is about the directional felling of trees using a chainsaw. The felling technique will be appropriate to tree size, weight, condition and species as well as taking into account guidebar size and weather conditions. This covers both coniferous and broadleaved trees, trees that are upright, trees that are weighted towards and that are weighted against a given felling direction. After successful completion you will be able to safely fell and process small trees up to 380mm in diameter.
For more information or to find out course availability please contact the Land-based Commercial Team:
- Tel: 01278 655026
- Email: land-based@canningtoncollege.ac.uk.
Topics may include:
- Hazards, risks, controls and emergency procedures
- Legal, environmental and tree condition considerations
- Felling techniques
- Felling small trees.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is through theory and practical assessments with criteria carried out by an Approved Assessor.
Progression Options
This course is a pre-requisite to the following courses:
- Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm Level 2 (formerly CS32)
- Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Freefall Technique Level 3 (formerly CS39).
Entry Requirements
You must already hold the Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting (formerly CS30).
You must be 16 years old or over to do this course.
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