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NPTC 39 20 Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting

at The Windsor Forest Colleges Group, Berkshire · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate21 hoursPart time£550

What the college says

This course provides comprehensive instruction on health and safety requirements, as well as the relevant legislation governing the use of chainsaws in the workplace. Participants are guided through essential maintenance procedures, supported by the underpinning technical knowledge necessary to carry out these tasks effectively and safely. The course also covers correct starting procedures and operational checks. In addition, participants will gain hands-on experience in cross-cutting timber, learning how to evaluate timber properties and select the correct cutting techniques to effectively and safely manage tension and compression forces. Please contact us on training@windsor-forest.ac.uk if you would like to proceed with booking.

What you need to get on

This course has no prerequisites

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Berkshire College of Agriculture

    Berkshire College of Agriculture Hall Place, Maidenhead, SL6 6QR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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