LEVEL 3 AWARD IN FELLING AND PROCESSING TREES OVER 380MM
Description
During in this course, you will cover:
- Assess the trees to be felled for hazards and risks
- Fell trees over 380mm/15”
- Assess a leaning tree and the safest method of felling
- Make accurate felling cuts in the correct positions
- De-limb felled trees in a safe and methodical manner
- Cross-cut timber accurately to required lengths
- Assess and explain the terms tension and compression in timber
- And much more
Units covered in qualification:
- Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm
After succesfully completing the assessment element of this course, you will achieve a Level 3 Award in Felling and Processing trees over 380mm
Before starting this course, you must have already Acquired:
- Chainsaw maintenance
- Cross-cutting Timber using a Chainsaw
- Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm
Is it recommended that you are an experienced user with experience before starting this course.
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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7 December 2026
Northamptonshire · £850.00 per place ex VAT
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Course Details
Duration: 4 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.
