USING A POWERED POLE PRUNER
Description
During in this course, you will cover:
- Identify the health and safety features required on a pruning saw
- Identify faults and defects on a pruning saw and cutting equipment and decide which the operator can remedy, and which require a service engineer’s attention
- Prepare the pruning saw for use with the correct fuel/oil mix and chain lubrication
- Carry out pre-cutting safety tests and state the procedures if the pruning saw fails these tests
- Assess and explain the terms ‘tension’ and ‘compression’ in timber
- Use correct pruning methods
- Clear the pruned branches in a safe manner
- And more
After finishing this course, you would receive a Certificate of Training, there is a short assessment within the course.
If you require a Level 2 qualification please enquire via info@vmtltd.net as this is a 2 day course.
Availability
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8 February 2027
Northamptonshire · £250.00 per place ex VAT
Course Details
Duration: 1 Day(s)
Ground Based Tree Work
Landscaping and Pesticides
Full Course
Course Specific Notes
You will need to bring:
A form of photo ID either valid driving licence or passport.
Arborist Helmet, complete with full mesh face shield and visor
Ear defenders conform to 31SNR rating
Steel Toe Cap Boots or Chainsaw Boots
Non snag Clothing suitable for all weather as you will be outside
Work Gloves
Shorts are not allowed to be worn during training.
We recommend bringing your own machine, tool kit and manual . This will give the best possible experience.
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.
