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

  • BERKSHIRE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE
  • LEVEL 2

Course Overview

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.

Course Code

XP2BARB1B0

Course Fee
£550.00
Start Time

09:00

End Time

16:00

End Date

Thu, 25 Jun 2026

Entry Requirements

This course has no prerequisites

Course information

It covers risk assessment, emergency planning, legislation, industry best practice, manufacturers recommendations for chainsaw maintenance, battery powered machine maintenance, individual components, maintaining guidebar and chain, reassembling a chainsaw and cutting system, waste disposal, personal protective equipment, biosecurity and environmental considerations, cross-cutting timber, moving and stacking timber, working methods and considerations.

3 Days

One day is required for the assessment with an independent assessor.

This qualification will support progression into employment where chainsaw maintenance and cross cutting timber is part of the role.

Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Felling Small Trees up to 380mm

Level 2

You will need to bring your own chainsaw and appropriate PPE, although we do have equipment that can be hired for the duration of the course if needed.

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