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 is designed for people who own a chainsaw or are thinking of purchasing a chainsaw and would like to know the basics about chainsaw maintenance and operation. It is intended for the hobby chainsaw user in a domestic situation or leisure activity and not for those who intend to enter the forestry industry. Covers material under 200mm (8in) in diameter.
Please note, this course is designed for the home/hobby chainsaw operator and is not a recognised certificate in industry.
Hobby users may progress on to a professional users maintenance and cross-cutting course.
Maintaining your chainsaw (including sharpening)
Operator Safety, safety clothing, risk assessments
Starting and operating your saw safely
Round timber cross-cutting techniques of pre-cut timber up to guide bar length
Venue:
Holme Lacy Campus
Duration:
1 day
Dates:
25th April 2026
20th June 2026
No formal entry requirements
