ArboricultureEnjoy learning new skills from our industry experts in a professional and friendly environment. Many of these short courses take place in a nearby woodland; candidates should be prepared to drive to different locations. These intensive practical courses require a good level of physical fitness and an ability to study written technical data. Candidates will be reading and interpreting information such as safety instructions in preparation for NPTC independent assessment. We are governed by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations, it is a requirement that participants bring their own chainsaw boots and gloves when attending any chainsaw training or assessment. ArboricultureArboriculture Re-AssessmentDescriptionArboriculture assessments for candidates that have previously not met the criteria.
Assessments are only for candidates that have been contacted by the short course team.
Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness CPDDescriptionMaintain your levels of competence and make sure you're working to current industry best practice, with our one-day refresher course in Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness, at Writtle College.
Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting (NPTC) 003920DescriptionLevel 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting is for individuals who operate chainsaws as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries. It will provide the knowledge, understanding and skills required to maintain a chainsaw and crosscut timber safely, to industry standards in line with current legislation.
Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting CPD (NPTC) 004101DescriptionCity & Guilds have worked together with industry partners in highlighting the importance of maintaining a competent workforce that can demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and skills within their day to day working practices.
Climbing and Aerial RescueDescriptionGet the knowledge, understanding and skills required to climb trees and perform aerial rescue safely, to industry standards, in line with current legislation. This Level 2 Certificate of Competence is NPTC City & Guilds approved.
PTI - Professional Tree Inspection (Lantra Awards)DescriptionThis three day integrated training and assessment programme is aimed at the experienced arborist or tree work professional, who already has the knowledge and skills to identify and diagnose potential problems, recommend and prioritise appropriate treatments and work programmes.
Tree Survey and Inspection (Lantra Awards)DescriptionLearn to identify common signs and symptoms that may lead to tree or limb failure, and how to report issues. Our short course at Writtle College is accredited by Lantra Awards.
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