Kingswood Training Services

1-day Basic Tree Inspection

Eileen — Wed, 09 May 2012 09:50:26 +0000

Learn the basics of tree inspection in this one-day course.Learn the basics of tree inspection in this one-day course.

1-day Use of Brushcutter

Eileen — Wed, 09 May 2012 09:44:08 +0000

This Lantra course – Use of Brushcutters and Trimmers – is a 1-day course with integrated assessment by the instructor.The Lantra course – Use of Brushcutters and Trimmers – is a 2-day course for novices, or a 1-day course for experienced operators, with integrated assessment by the instructor. This Lantra Certificate of Competence is recognised by the HSE but, if candidates wish to gain an NPTC Certificate of Competence, the Lantra Training they have received should equip them to pass the NPTC assessment.

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Combined 5-day chainsaw maintenance / felling small trees (CS 30/31)(1106)

Barbara — Fri, 04 May 2012 10:31:52 +0000

This combined course runs the candidate through all of the relevant theoretical and practical aspects that are required to pass NPTC Units CS30 and CS31.

This popular training course runs the candidate through all of the relevant theoretical and practical aspects that are required to pass NPTC Units CS30 and CS31 and allows successful candidates to fell trees commercially up to 380mm diameter. The first day is workshop-based, covering legislation, risk assessments, basic chainsaw maintenance, chain ID, sharpening and organising site safety.

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CS41 Dismantling / Rigging (0307)

Barbara — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:08:24 +0000

This popular training course runs the candidate through all of the relevant theoretical and practical aspects that are required to pass NPTC Unit CS41.

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Advanced Course for Service Leavers 20 August 2012

Barbara — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:06:14 +0000

20 August – 31 August 2012.This course has been specifically designed as a follow-on from our Combination Course.
For more information about the various training modules and ELC funding please
call the office on 01732 811162

Use of powered Pole Pruner

Barbara — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:23:26 +0000

As with general chainsaw training, powered pruner training covers a mix of maintenance and practical skills. Candidates will require CS30 as a pre-requisite for this course.As with general chainsaw training, powered pruner training covers a mix of maintenance and practical skills. Powered pole pruner training and certification is a requirement of PUWER – the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations. Powered pole pruners are often referred to as polesaws.

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CS41 Dismantling / Rigging (1505)

Barbara — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:04:02 +0000

This popular training course runs the candidate through all of the relevant theoretical and practical aspects that are required to pass NPTC Unit CS41.

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Arboricultural combination course (MoD service leavers) (NV212)

Barbara — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:54:37 +0000

This 28-day residential combination course is specifically designed for military service leavers looking for a new career in tree surgery.

This 28-day residential combination course is specifically designed for military service leavers looking for a new career in tree surgery and provides a successful candidate with the following qualifications:

NPTC Unit CS30 – Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting
NPTC Unit CS31 – Felling Trees up to 380mm diameter
NPTC Unit CS38 – Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
NPTC Unit CS39 – Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness
LANTRA Cert. – Use of Woodchippers
LANTRA Cert. – Use of Stumpgrinders
LANTRA Cert. – Business Studies for Tree Surgeons

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Arboricultural combination course (MoD service leavers) (DC112-part I)

Barbara — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:48:33 +0000

This 28-day residential combination course is specifically designed for military service leavers looking for a new career in tree surgery.

NPTC Unit CS30 – Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting
NPTC Unit CS31 – Felling Trees up to 380mm diameter
NPTC Unit CS38 – Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
NPTC Unit CS39 – Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness
LANTRA Cert. – Use of Woodchippers
LANTRA Cert. – Use of Stumpgrinders
LANTRA Cert. – Business Studies for Tree Surgeons

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Arboricultural combination course (MoD service leavers) (NV112)

Barbara — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:47:39 +0000

This 28-day residential combination course is specifically designed for military service leavers looking for a new career in tree surgery.

NPTC Unit CS30 – Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting
NPTC Unit CS31 – Felling Trees up to 380mm diameter
NPTC Unit CS38 – Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
NPTC Unit CS39 – Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness
LANTRA Cert. – Use of Woodchippers
LANTRA Cert. – Use of Stumpgrinders
LANTRA Cert. – Business Studies for Tree Surgeons

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