LEVEL 2 AWARD IN CHAINSAW MAINTENANCE AND CROSS-CUTTING
Description
During in this course, you will cover:
- Identify required health and safety features on a chainsaw
- Start the chainsaw from both cold and hot in a safe manner
- State the possible hazards/risks when carrying out maintenance or operational tasks
- Identify faults and defects on a chainsaw.
- Cross-cut timber accurately to required lengths
- Handle and stack timber in a safe manner.
- And much more
Units covered in qualification:
- Chainsaw Maintenance
- Cross-cut Timber using a Chainsaw
Upon succesfully completing this course and assessment you will receive a Qualification with a Certificate.
Worth noting: As there are physical elements to our course, you'll need to have at least a minimum level of fitness
Availability
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8 December 2026
Islip Training Centre · £550.00 per place ex VAT
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Course Details
Duration: 3 Day(s)
Ground Based Tree Work
Full Course
Course Specific Notes
You will need to bring:
A form of photo ID either valid driving licence or passport
Non snag clothing suitable for all weather as you will be outside
Arborist helmet complete with full mesh face shield and visor and suitable ear defenders.
Chainsaw trousers with a minimum of Class 1 protection and a minimum of Type A coverage.
Chainsaw gloves with a minimum of Class 0 protection.
Chainsaw Boots with suitable protection levels.
Personal First Aid Kit.
Whistle.
We do not allow shorts on our training courses or assessments.
We recommend bringing your own Chainsaw, Maintenance Kits, and equipment if you already own the items. This will give the best possible experience.
VMT Training only use Aspen fuel on our sites.
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.
