SHORT COURSES
* Fees are chargeable each year and the fees quoted will be for the current year only, if the course is more than 1 year further fees will be due next year.
This course consists of two modules Maintenance of the Chainsaw and On-site preparation and basic cross–cutting. This course is a pre-requisite for all other short courses involving Chainsaw operation.
This course covers:
•Risk assessment and emergency procedures
•Routine operator maintenance of the chainsaw
•Round timber cross-cutting techniques of pre-cut timber up to guide bar length
NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting
Following the course, candidates can progress onto the CS31, 32, 38 and 39
* Risk assement and emergency procedures
* Routine operator maintenance of the chainsaw
* Round timber cross-cutting techniques of pre-cut timber up to guide bar length
Full cost: £490
Next Available Dates:
Awaiting assessment dates
22nd & 23rd September 2025
20th & 21st October 2025
17th & 18th November 2025
8th & 9th December 2025
26th & 27th January 2026
23rd & 24th February 2026
16th & 17th March 2026
27th & 28th April 2026
18th & 19th May 2026
22nd & 23th June 2026
Following the course, candidates will be assessed for NPTC Award in Chainsaw Maintenance & cross Cutting. This is a practical assessment. Tests are organised separately by NPTC and can be taken at College or on you own site. Tests take place on a separate day, test date will be confirmed at the start of the course.
