NPTC Level 2 Award
Formally known as CS38, you will learn about knots and harnesses, safe climbing techniques and aerial rescue including pole rescue.
Please note that this course has a £130 mandatory exam fee
Equipment required
- Steel toe capped boots with sound tread (BS EN ISO 20345)
- A safety helmet- arboricultural helmet (BS EN 12492)
- Non-snag outer clothing.
Course reference: FOP003
| Entry Requirements: | There are no entry requirements for this course. |
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| Dates & Location: | Plumpton Monday 10th - Wednesday 12th July 2017 Flimwell Monday 5th - Friday 9th June 2017 This course runs on a Monday-Friday 09.00-17.00. |
| Duration: | 5 consecutive days plus an assessment day |
| Costs: | £650 plus a £131 mandatory exam fee. |
Facilities
We’re pretty proud of our facilities here at Plumpton. In fact in the land-based sector, we’ve got some of the leading college facilities in the UK – the perfect natural location for our forestry and arboriculture courses for you to develop your skills.
- Discover the latest equipment for your course
You’ll work on various equipment such as tractors, a WoodMizer saw mill plus a range of wood chippers.
- Extensive grounds for you to develop your skills
You’ll need to be able to work in a variety of locations, build your knowledge by discovering our farmed land, hedgerows and streams.
- Experience our fantastic modern facilities
Our superb site at Flimwell features our working commercial woodland plus modern workshop – an ideal base for your studies
- Benefit from our excellent local connections
You’ll be able to gain practical experience and knowledge of the tree-based sector thanks to our links with local land owners and estates.
Future Opportunities
Aerial Cutting of Trees using Free-Fall Techniques
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Apply for this course online now to begin you journey towards a qualification in Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue.
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