Dismantling / rigging (NPTC unit CS41)

3-day non-Lantra course

Course description

Dismantling is the art of using craning points in the tree to lower branches down instead of dropping them. The trunk can also then be lowered down off itself so that the risk of damage to objects under the tree is avoided. Dismantling training involves some theory, including working out the weight of timber sections, safe configurations of equipment, choice of craning and climbing anchor points, and an understanding of the safe working loads and capacities of various items of equipment. The practical aspects of dismantling training include various methods of branch removal, topping out, chogging down and speed-lining.

This dismantling training course, which is run over 3 days, prepares the candidate for the NPTC assessment CS41. Candidates are expected to remove 3 branches, then climb a pole on spikes and remove several sections – some thrown, some pushed off on a hinge, and some roped down.

At the time of writing there is currently no Lantra material for dismantling training, so we at Kingswood have written our own course, which has been outstandingly successful.

On Completion of CS41, the candidate will be able to:

• Identify, inspect and comment upon key parts of the equipment to be used
• Prepare the equipment for use ensuring the safety of themselves, other people and the environment
• Comment upon the structure, condition and properties of the tree(s) to be worked upon
• Use a chainsaw and other pruning tools whilst maintaining a working position within the crown of a tree using a rope and harness in conjunction with ground staff

Cost and booking

Course fee: £330pp (plus VAT)

Maximum 4 people

10% discount is available if a client provides all 4 trainees for the course.