LEVEL 3 AWARD IN ACCESSING A TREE USING A ROPE AND HARNESS AND AERIAL TREE RESCUE OPERATIONS
Description
During in this course, you will cover:
Health and safety legislation and guidelines
Tree climbing equipment
Visual tree inspection
Rope configurations
Access techniques and work positioning principles
Final anchor point and work positioning techniques
Use a flip-line and climbing irons (spikes)
Storing equipment.
Units covered in qualification:
Level 2 Award Access a Tree Using a Rope and Harness
Level 3 Award in Aerial Tree Rescue Operations
Worth noting: As there are physical elements to our course, you'll need to have at least a minimum level of fitness.
Availability
Please contact us to discuss your requirements
Choose a date
15 February 2027
Northamptonshire · £899.00 per place ex VAT
Course Details
Duration: 6 Day(s)
Aerial Courses
Full Course
Course Specific Notes
You will need to bring:
A form of photo ID either valid driving license or passport. ·
Non snag clothing suitable for all weather as you will be outside. ·
Safety helmet conforming to EN 397 or EN 12492 ·
Eye Protection – Mesh visor complying with EN1731 or Safety Glasses EN 166 ·
Chainsaw Protective Trousers are recommended but robust workwear trousers are suitable. ·
Chainsaw Protective Boots are highly recommended as you will be provided with spikes, but boots with ankle support and good grip are suitable. ·
Gloves suitable for rope work, Showa 310 are highly recommended. ·
All PPE must be CE/UKCA marked.
We recommend bringing your own Climbing equipment if you already own a kit, if not VMT provide Climbing Kits for training . This will give the best possible experience.
If you are bringing your own climbing equipment, please ensure the harness is fitted with a personal First Aid Kit, and you also have a handsaw or a knife with retractable blade.
When bringing your own kit, you will need to show proof of a full and in date LOLER inspection of all your equipment to be used.
It is recommended the learner holds current Emergency First Aid at Work certification.
Please be aware that to take this course, you must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions.
You must also be free from medication that could affect your safety.
Important Information:
We're looking forward to welcoming you to VMT. Please take a moment to read the information below before attending your course.
Joining instructions and any equipment requirements will be emailed approximately 14 days before your course, or as soon as possible for late bookings.
Some courses have pre-requisite qualifications. Please check the individual course requirements before booking and ensure all delegates meet them.
For Refresher Courses, a copy of the original qualification certificate(s) must be emailed to info@vmtltd.net before attending.
Tea, coffee and refreshments are provided, but lunch is not. As we're based in a rural location, we recommend bringing your own food.
Your booking confirmation email confirms your booking, payment, course date and timings.
Full venue details and directions will be included in your joining instructions.
All VMT Training Centres are located in Northamptonshire.
If you have any questions before your course, please get in touch. Our team will be happy to help.
