Level 3 Award Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevated Work Platform
There are many situations were you may need to use a MEWP to carry out works on trees. This course allows you to learn to do this safely. You must be an experienced Chainsaw user to develop your skills in the MEWP. Upon succesfully completing a verbal and practical assessment you will achieve a Level 3 Award Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevated Work Platform. There are 2 dedicated days for training and 1 day for Assessment
Number of candidates per course: 4
Description
Please Enquire with the team at VMT before booking this course so we can ensure you are booked for correct allocation of days, this is flexible dependant on skill level and if you hold a valid Level 3 Award In Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques.
During in this course, you will cover:
- How to deal with emergency situations affecting operators working from a MEWP.
- How to operate a chainsaw from a MEWP.
- Health and safety and industry good practice
Units covered in qualification:
- Level 3 Award Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevated Work Platform
Before starting this course, you must have already Acquired:
- Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance
- Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Cross-cut Timber Using a Chainsaw
- Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm
Or
- Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting
- Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm
You must also have valid MEWP certification for the type of machine being used.
Please contact us if you also hold your Level 3 Award in Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Freefall Techniques.
Availability
Please contact us to discuss your requirements
Course Specific Notes
You will need to bring:
A form of photo ID either valid driving licence or passport.
Arborist Helmet, complete with, chin strap, full mesh face shield or visor, and suitable ear defenders.
Chainsaw Boots.
Chainsaw trousers with a minimum of Class 1 protection and a minimum of Type C coverage.
Non snag clothing suitable for all weather as you will be outside.
Gloves suitable for rope work, Showa 310 are highly recommended.
We recommend bringing your own Chainsaw, Maintenance Kit, Pruning Saw and Climbing equipment. This will give the best possible experience.
When bringing your own kit, you will need to show proof of a full and in date LOLER inspection of all equipment to be used.
Also please ensure the harness is fitted with a personal First Aid Kit, and you also have a handsaw or a knife with retractable blade.
Important Information:
Joining instructions will be sent around 7-14 days before the course starts and will contain full details of location, equipment and course timings.
Please note that lunch is not provided.
All courses are non transferable and non refundable from the point of sale or issued proforma.
Courses offered may have pre-requisite qualifications. Please check individual course requirements on our website www.vmtltd.net for further details. Pre requisites will be listed under individual course requirements and it is the responsibility of the booker to check that all attendees have the necessary qualifications.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our team.
VENUE: Course held at one of our Northamptonshire training sites.