We're here to support you! Training: a full range of Lantra, BALI and VMT accredited operational training. Business Support: Health and Safety and Competency Management, LOLER examinations, Policy Development. Arboricultural Consultancy Service: BS5837 tree surveys, impact assessments, Tree Risk Assessments for planners, developers and land managers across the UK.
VMT provides practical arboricultural advice for planners, developers, estates and land managers. Our consultants assess trees, equipment and working environments so clients can make informed decisions and meet their responsibilities.
From early site planning through to ongoing inspections, every recommendation is based on direct industry experience and professional knowledge, explained in clear, useful terms.
Vegetation Management Training Ltd delivers practical training that meets rigorous safety standards. Our instructors understand the demands of outdoor work and teach from direct experience.
Our dedicated training facility supports practical assessments. Candidates complete their training with the skills and confidence to work safely.
Approved Lantra courses for arboriculture, forestry and grounds care.
BALI membership supports professional standards in grounds care and land management.
Training and inspections for a national forestry contractor. The work raised safety standards across 50 regional teams.
Tree impact assessment for a 40 acre heritage site. The work balanced tree retention with infrastructure upgrades.
VMT supported the council in understanding its training responsibilities, identifying workforce requirements and developing a tailored plant and machinery training programme that was successfully implemented across the organisation.
Looking beneath the bark: advanced decay assessment to support informed tree management. VMT used PiCUS sonic tomography alongside visual assessment to investigate internal decay and provide evidence to support the safe retention and future management of a tree in London.
Supporting better tree management and a successful planning application through expert arboricultural advice. We carried out a comprehensive survey of the property’s extensive tree stock, providing clear, practical recommendations to promote tree health, guide proactive management and support the client’s planning application
A ‘Walk-over’ or ‘negative recording survey’ can be used on suitable sites. This type of survey involves a non-invasive visual inspection of all the trees within the site, including any potential overhanging third-party trees. However, rather than a full tree stock inventory being produced, only those which pose a risk or requiring management are formally recorded and reported. This approach can be suitable as it is cost-effective for sites with a lower budget however still ensures that risks within the tree stock are identified. It is also suitable to sites with limited or no public access or those with fewer assets to manage.
“Had some issues with doing an NPTC course because my pre req tickets were with Lantra rather then NPTC. I called up VMT to explain and they literally sorted everything out for me. Not to mention the training I received with VMT was brilliant. Would 100% recommend to anyone thinking of using.”
“Great to speak to Helen, she has helped no end with information regarding apprenticeships for our son once he leaves school.”
“Top notch training. Lovely team and everything was planned well. The instructors delivered an excellent course passing on brilliant tips from their combined years of experience. Will be using VMT again soon. Thanks.”
“Really enjoyed my training time at VMT, great instructors and the rest of the team were all friendly”
“Fantastic trainers and assessors. Thank you so much to Helen, Andrea, Phil and Tom. Amazing facilities and forest to train in.”
“What a great training day at VMT. I really enjoyed it and found it most informative”
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“Best service and teaching with the team at VMT.”
“SHIRE TREES LIMITED have been using VMT for all our training since 2019 from following Phil Escritt the lead trainer. It's always a pleasure dealing with everyone at VMT, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for quality training. ”
“I have received excellent service from VMT. Andrea has always been helpful, with her prompt responses, excellent communication, and flexibility. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and the whole process is always straightforward. I would highly recommend.”
“It was a pleasure to work with VMT, Andrea is so friendly and very thorough. She really helped me with my bookings; nothing was too much bother. We will definitely use them again and would highly recommend.”
“VMT’s ability to provide top class training courses across a wide range of skill sets is vital to our business. Having a dedicated person booking our courses and understanding our needs makes the process of booking seamless. ”
“VMT have provided training for our employees for many years. They provide valuable learning experiences for our employees to ensure that they are competently trained and can put their learning into practice at work. Thank you for your ongoing support!”
