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This refresher module covering ground based forestry & arboricultural operations will refresh operators with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture or allied industries.  They will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm Refresher Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm Refresher (Lantra) Duration: 2 days Course Dates: 22 - 23 December 2025 (3 places) Course Cost: £399.25 (+£73.70) per person Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Pre-Requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-Cutting (CS30 / 0020-03/ 0039-20) and Felling Trees up to 380mm (CS31 / 0020-04 / 0039-21) and Felling and Processing Medium Trees over 380mm prior to attending this refresher training. This refresher module covering ground based forestry & arboriculture operations will refresh operators with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture or allied industries. They will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled They are not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will they offer the wide range of skills needed for inexperienced operators to work safely. Course sessions: Safety, health and welfare Legislation Snedding and de-limbing Take down hung-up trees Biosecurity Felling. Book now! Certification: Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance for a Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm Refresher View Course Details

​This course will refresh trainees with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture or allied industries. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up to date and skilled. Refresher – Use of a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness City & Guilds CPD Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue City & Guilds CPD Duration: 1 day Course Dates: Dates TBC Course Cost : £281.25 (+£47.85) Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-Fall Techniques (CS39 / 0021-08 / 0039-23) prior to attending this course. Learners must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect your safety. This course will refresh trainees with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture or allied industries. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled. The course is designed to be short, sharp and focused and will provide refresher training for trainees already Lantra Awards trained and/or certificated for this activity. They are not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will they offer the wide range of skills needed for inexperienced operators to work safely. Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Preparing a chainsaw for use in a tree Securing the work position Cutting techniques Clearing site and equipment checks Certification: Learners completing this course will receive a City & Guilds Digital Badge of Competence which will be available on the candidates City & Guilds account for Use of a Chainsaw from a Rope & Harness Refresher. Book now!

A course for people who are experienced in using a chainsaw from a rope and harness, who wish to develop their skills to remove branches and/or whole trees in confined spaces. This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Aerial Tree Rigging. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Refresher – Aerial Tree Rigging City & Guilds CPD Aerial Tree Rigging (City & Guilds) CPD Duration: 2 days Course Dates: TBC Course Cost : £465.50 (+£84.70) Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-Cutting (CS30 / 0020-03 / 0039-20) Felling Trees up to 380mm (CS31 / 0020-04 / 0039-21) Tree Climbing & Rescue (0020-13 / CS38 / 0039-22) Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw (0021-08 / CS39 / 0039-23) & Aerial Tree Rigging (0021-09 / CS41 / 0039-32) prior to attending this course. This course will refresh trainees with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture or allied industries. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled. The course is designed to be short, sharp and focussed and will provide refresher training for trainees already Lantra Awards trained and/or certificated for this activity. They are not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will they offer the wide range of skills needed for inexperienced operators to work safely. Course sessions: 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. Operate a chainsaw whilst maintaining a working position within the crown of a tree using a rope and harness. Use lowering ropes and other associated equipment to carry out lowering and sectional felling operations. Undertake a range of arboriculture operations without risk to themselves, other people or the environment. Certification: Learners completing this course will receive a City & Guilds Digital Badge of Competence which will be available on the candidates City & Guilds account for Aerial Tree Rigging Refresher. Book now!

This course will refresh trainees with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture or allied industries. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled. Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue City & Guilds Refresher Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 days Course Dates: TBC Course Cost : £465.50 (+£84.70) Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Basic Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue (CS38 / 0020-13 / 0039-22) prior to attending this refresher training and have a good level of fitness. This course will refresh trainees with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboricultural or allied industries. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled. The course is designed to be short, sharp and focused and will provide refresher training for trainees already Lantra Awards trained and/or certificated for this activity. They are not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will they offer the wide range of skills needed for inexperienced operators to work safely. Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Tree climbing equipment Visual tree inspection Rope configurations Access techniques and work positioning principles Final anchor point and work positioning techniques Use a flip-line and climbing irons (spikes) Storing equipment Certification: Learners completing this course will receive a City & Guilds Digital Badge of Competence which will be available on the candidates City & Guilds account for Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue Refresher. Book now!

This two day novice training course is for anyone employed in the agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance industry that currently operates, or will be required to operate a Brushcutter/Trimmer. Refresher – Brushcutters & Trimmers (Lantra) Refresher - Brushcutters & Trimmers Duration: 1 day Dates: TBC Please call/ email for on site bookings. Course Cost : £187.92 (+£30.43 VAT) Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Pre-requisites: Trainees must hold either a Lantra Awards Certificate of Training or City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Brushcutters & Trimmers prior to attending this refresher training. This Lantra Brushcutters/Trimmer integrated training and assessment refresher course has experienced instructors who will make sure that you use the trimmer safely and with confidence, and that you understand the relevant regulations and safety requirements. Who is it for: This one day experienced operator training/refresher course is for anyone employed in the agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance industry that currently operates, or will be required to operate a Brushcutter/Trimmer. This course is for people who have experience operating Brushcutter/Trimmers and is physical so you must be fit and able to carry out the tasks required in the course programme. The course is designed to be short, sharp and focused and will provide refresher training for trainees already Lantra Awards trained and/or certificated for this activity. They are not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will they offer the wide range of skills needed for inexperienced operators to work safely. Course sessions: Safety and risk assessment HSE legislation Protective clothing Components and maintenance Practical maintenance Fuelling and starting Testing the safety features Checking balance of the brushcutter/trimmer Safe operation Certification: Learners successfully completing this course will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for Brushcutters / Trimmers Refresher. Book now! View Course Details

We provide accredited arboriculture training with a focus on aerial and climbing skills, including tree access and rescue, aerial cutting, pruning, rigging, stationary rope techniques (SRT), and LOLER inspection. Our hands-on courses are delivered by experienced instructors and include full PPE and equipment hire, helping you and your team work safely and confidently at height. Aerial Based Courses Click the links for course availability, prices and more. 01 Access a Tree using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue (replaces CS38) This course combines the knowledge and skills to access a tree using a rope and harness and carry out tree rescue operations. It covers the essential safety guidelines, equipment, inspection and planning needed to access a tree and carry out a successful rescue, this training could help you save lives. View Course Info 03 An Introduction to Stationary Rope Techniques (SRT) Work Positioning Workshop Following the ever increasing presence of SRT in the arboriculture industry and due to several requests Land Skills Training and Assessments are pleased to offer the following workshop to new and existing clients. View Course Info 05 Aerial Tree Rigging (replaces CS41) This course for people who are experienced in using a chainsaw from a rope and harness, who wish to develop their skills to remove branches and/or whole trees in confined spaces. This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Aerial Tree Rigging. View Course Info 02 Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-Fall Techniques (replaces CS39) This course is suitable if you are already experienced in climbing trees using work positioning systems and also are experienced in chainsaw use, including felling small trees up to 380mm. you will gain the knowledge, skills and understanding to carry out aerial cutting of trees with a chainsaw. View Course Info 04 Aerial Tree Pruning (replaces CS40) This Aerial Tree Pruning training course will provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding to carry out aerial pruning of a tree. This course is intended for persons over the age of 16 already experienced in climbing trees using work positioning systems and who are experienced in chainsaw use, including felling small trees up to 380mm. View Course Info 06 Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment - LOLER The Lantra Awards The Lantra Awards Thorough Examination of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment course will provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding to perform a thorough examination of arboriculture lifting equipment. View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info

This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm and will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when felling trees, but also aware of relevant health and safety requirements. Course Information Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (replaces CS31) Duration: 5 days including assessment Course Dates 2025: 21 - 24 July 2025 - Assessment 25 July (Full) 26 - 29 August - Assessment 01 September (4 places) 06 - 09 October - Assessment 10 October (3 places) 20 - 23 October - Assessment 24 October (Full) 10 - 13 November - Assessment 14 November TBC (4 places) 01 - 04 December - Assessment TBC (4 places) Please call/email for group, onsite bookings. Course Cost: £990.50 (+ £185.60 VAT) per person Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Book now! View Course Details Pre-Requisites – Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (CS30 / 0020-03) prior to attending this course. This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm and will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when felling trees, but also aware of relevant health and safety requirements. Who is it for? This course will be suitable for you if you work in, or are looking to work in any of the following industries: Agriculture Arboriculture Forestry Horticulture Woodland industries Local Authorities Conservation Construction Land-based industries Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Felling Branch removal – snedding and delimbing Cross-cutting felled timber Take down hung-up trees using hand tools Clear site and chainsaw checks Certification: This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Felling Small Trees up to 380mm. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance.

This course combines the knowledge and skills to access a tree using a rope and harness and those required to carry out tree rescue operations. It covers the essential safety guidelines, equipment, inspection and planning needed to access a tree and carry out a successful rescue, this training could help you save lives. Course Information Access a Tree using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue (replaces CS38) Duration: 6 days including assessment Course Dates 2025: 18 - 22 August - Assessment 26 August (3 places) 13 - 17 October - Assessment 20 October (2 places) Please call/email for group and onsite bookings. Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Course Cost £1195.25(+ £222.45 VAT) per person Book now! View Course Details Pre-requisites: None, however trainees must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect your safety. This course combines the knowledge and skills to access a tree using a rope and harness and those required to carry out tree rescue operations. It covers the essential safety guidelines, equipment, inspection and planning needed to access a tree and carry out a successful rescue, this training could help you save lives. Who is it for? This course is for people who are already working in, or are looking to work in, one of the following industries: Arboriculture Forestry Woodland industries Local authorities Conservation Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Tree climbing equipment Visual tree inspection Rope configurations Access techniques and work positioning principles Final anchor point and work positioning techniques Use a flip-line and climbing irons (spikes) Storing equipment Certification: This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance.

Pesticides are very widely and successfully used in land-based industries, but they can be potentially harmful substances, therefore it is essential that they are handled, applied and stored correctly, therefore making training essential. This course in Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) and Hand Held Applicators (PA6) – Hydraulic Nozzle, will guide you through the key elements of using pesticides safely and appropriate and safe use of the hand held applicators. Course Information Safe Use & Application of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment Duration: 4 days including assessments Course Dates: 04 – 06 August training. Assessments - PA1: 05 August & PA6; 07 & 08 August (1 place) 17 – 19 November training. Assessments - PA1: 18 November & PA6; 20 & 21 November (6 places) Please call/email for group or onsite bookings. Course Cost: £996.00 (+ £172.20 VAT) per person Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: None but due to the use of pesticides, it is important that you are able to read and interpret product information in order to participate in this course. Pesticides are very widely and successfully used in land-based industries, but they can be potentially harmful substances, therefore it is essential that they are handled, applied and stored correctly, therefore making training essential. This course in Safe Use of Pesticides and Hand Held Applicators – Hydraulic Nozzle, will guide you through the key elements of using pesticides safely and appropriate and safe use of the hand held applicators. Who is it for? This three day training course is for you if you are employed within the agriculture or horticulture industries and if you are responsible for the storage, handling and application of pesticides with hand held hydraulic nozzle applicators. This course will help you develop your knowledge of health and safety and legislation enabling you to work safely and effectively out in the field. Course sessions: SAFE USE OF PESTICIDES Definitions Consequences of not using or handling pesticides safely Legislation that affects pesticides use Pesticide product labels Personal protective equipment Safe storage and transport of pesticides Environmental factors Disposal of pesticides and containers Dealing with accidents Keeping pesticide records HAND HELD APPLICATORS – HYDRAULIC NOZZLE Basics of spray application Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment The working principles of a knapsack Preparation of the applicator for work Nozzles Calibrating a knapsack Mixing, filling and site work Calibration – concentration method Decontamination, tank washing and storage Certification: This course includes assessment in City & Guilds Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides. Candidates must pass this assessment before taking the City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment assessment at the end of the course. A Certificate of Competence will be issued for each assessment upon successful completion. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Book now! View Course Details

We offer a wide range of machinery courses to suit various outdoor and land-based tasks, including handheld hedge trimmers, brushcutters and trimmers, stump grinders, woodchippers, and clearing saws. Our training also covers multi-tool units, MEWPs, and both pedestrian, ride-on, and remote-controlled mowers—ensuring your team is confident and competent with the equipment they use. Machinery Courses Click the links for course availability, prices and more. 01 Woodchippers City & Guilds IA This Woodchipper training course will suit you if you work in the arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping or grounds maintenance industries, and you operate or will be required to operate a Woodchipper. 03 Stumpgrinders City & Guilds IA This Stump Grinder training course will suit you if you work in the arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping or grounds maintenance industries, and you operate or will be required to operate a Stump Grinder. 05 Clearing Saws – up to and over 50mm The Clearing Saw is a powerful piece of equipment mainly used to clear woodland, bushes and undergrowth. It allows the ability to get to normally difficult to reach areas, and due to it being a hand held mobile piece of equipment it is important that it’s used correctly and adequate training has taken place 07 Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP’s) IA Choose from Safe use of a MEWP, Safe Use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP or our combined course. 02 Brushcutters & Trimmers City & Guilds IA This two day novice training course is for anyone employed in the agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance industry that currently operates, or will be required to operate a Brushcutter/Trimmer. 04 Hand Held Hedge Trimmers Lantra ITA This one-day training course in Hand Held Hedge Trimmers is available to you if you wish to update your skills and/or would like to satisfy the health and safety regulation in relation to the safe use of hand held hedge trimmers at work. 06 Mowers – Ride On and Pedestrian or Remote control This training course will suit you if you are currently using a ride on , or pedestrian or remote control operated mower as part of your work. The course is suitable for both novice and experienced users who would like their skills to be verified with certification. 08 Multi-tool This two day novice training course is for anyone that currently operates, or will be required to operate a Handheld Hedge Trimmer, Brushcutter/Trimmer , Leaf Blower or Vacuum. View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info "Allen was very engaging and friendly making everything easy to understand. Great course knowledge and overall excellent training!” Our on site Mower course with Allen 23 April 2025

We offer a full range of tree inspection courses, including Basic Tree Inspection, 2-Day Tree Inspection, and the Lantra Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) course. These are ideal for those working in arboriculture, landscaping, and estate management. Whether you're just starting out or need advanced training for higher-level inspections, our tree inspection courses in Surrey meet industry-recognised standards and support professional development across the land-based sector. Tree Inspection Courses Click the links for course availability, prices and more. 01 Basic Tree Inspection This basic one day Tree Inspection Training Course aims to provide you with the knowledge to be able to identify a hazardous tree, determine the level of risk and then decide on an appropriate course of action. 03 Professional Tree Inspection This professional tree inspection training course will train you in how to specify the necessary remedial works and record the inspection process; this would then form a part of a defensible system. 02 2 Day Tree Inspection This two day course aims to provide specific tree inspection training to those who may have attended our Basic Tree Survey and Inspection course and wish to progress further in the subject. 04 Professional Tree Inspection Refresher This one-day update and refresher course is intended for those who have previously attended the well-respected 3-day Professional Tree Inspection course. View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info

This course will refresh attendees on the skills and knowledge needed to complete LOLER inspections. It will ensure they are up to date with the current safety legislation. Refresher – Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment - LOLER (Lantra) Refresher – Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment - LOLER (Lantra) Duration: 1 day Course Dates: 30 July Refresher (1 Place) Course Cost : £403.80 (+£76.66 VAT) Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Pre-requisites: City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in the Thorough Examination Of Arboriculture Equipment. This course will refresh trainees with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture or allied industries. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled. The course is designed to be short, sharp and focussed and will provide refresher training for trainees already Lantra Awards trained and/or certificated for this activity. They are not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will they offer the wide range of skills ne eded for inexperienced operators to work safely. Course Objectives: Be aware of legislation pertaining to examination of arboriculture equipment Understand definition and status of a competent person Be aware of range of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other equipment appropriate to working at height in arboriculture operations Understand the requirements for operator pre-use checks, inspection, record keeping, storage and transport of equipment Identify different categories of equipment and their appropriate examination intervals Recognise appropriate marking of equipment, to identify individual items Correctly identify levels of wear and damage in a range of arboriculture equipment Demonstrate an ability to record findings of the thorough examination using the appropriate forms safely. Certification: Learners completing this course will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance for a Thorough Examination of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment Refresher. Book now! View Course Details

This course is ideal for operators who are required to operate and maintain powered pole pruners and those looking to obtain a regulated qualification as it culminates in an assessment for the Level 2 Award in using a Powered Pole Pruner. Course Information Using a Powered Pole Pruner – City & Guilds Duration: 2 days including assessment Course Dates 2025: 07 August - Assessment 08 August (1 place) 24 July - Assessment 25 July (Full) 09 September - Assessment 10 September (4 places) Please call/email for more dates or group & onsite bookings Course Cost: £427.25 (+£77.05) VAT pp Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Course dates don’t work for you? Get in touch – we may have other options. Book now! Pre-requisite: None This course is ideal for operators who are required to operate and maintain powered pole pruners and those looking to obtain a regulated qualification as it culminates in an assessment for the Level 2 Award in using a Powered Pole Pruner. The course will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when using a powered pole pruner but also aware of relevant health and safety requirements making sure you stay protected. Who is it for? This course is suitable for you if you work in one of the following industries: Forestry Arboriculture Agriculture Horticulture Woodland Local Authorities Conservation Construction Land-based industries Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Safety features of a powered pole pruner Maintaining the powered pole pruner chain Maintaining the guide bar Engine maintenance Starting the pruning saw and pre-cut checks Clear and tidy working area and pruning saw checks Certification: On successful completion of this course and assessment learners will receive a City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Powered Pole Pruners.

At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we offer a wide range of accredited courses, including forestry and horticulture training such as tree climbing, chainsaw use, and tree inspections. Our pest management courses focus on a variety of pesticide application techniques. We also provide grounds maintenance and landscaping training, including mower operation and machinery courses. Our Courses At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we offer a wide range of accredited courses, including forestry and horticulture training such as tree climbing, chainsaw use, and tree inspections. Our pest management courses focus on a variety of pesticide application techniques. We also provide grounds maintenance and landscaping training, including mower operation and machinery courses. Our construction plant courses currently cover MEWPs, and our health and safety course covers first aid within the forestry industry. Explore the links below for more details. Discover our various Chainsaw Courses including Chainsaw Maintenance, Tree Felling and more. Ground Based Chainsaw Read More Discover our various Aerial Courses including Aerial Rescue, Aerial Cutting and more. Aerial Tree Work Read More Discover our various Tree Inspection Courses Tree Inspection Read More Discover our Pesticide courses Pesticide and Spraying Courses Read More Our Courses Discover our various Machinery Courses such as Woodchipper, Brushcutters and more. Machinery Read More Discover our Construction Plant Courses Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Read More Discover our Multi - Tool Course Multi -Tool Course Read More Discover our First Aid Course First Aid at Work + F Read More Our Courses Discover our Course Packages Discover our LOLER Course. Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment Course Read More Discover our new training package Step into Tree Surgery Package Read More This discounted training package includes training and assessment in using chainsaws on the ground. Ground Based Discounted Training Package Read More This discounted training package covers a range of aerial courses often required in the forestry industry. Aerial Based Discounted Training Package - Coming soon! Read More More Courses Discover our Refresher courses. Refresher Training Read More Discover company / group bookings Local Authorities, Companies and Group Bookings Read More Land Skills provide a thorough examination service for arboricultural climbing and rigging equipment. Loler Inspections Read More Have one of our courses at your site! On-Site Courses Read More Can't find what you are looking for? Search below:

This Woodchipper training course will suit you if you work in the arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping or grounds maintenance industries, and you operate or will be required to operate a Woodchipper. Course Information Woodchippers City & Guilds IA Duration: 1 day including integrated assessment Course Dates 2025: 20 June 2025 (Full) 27 June 2025 (Full) 05 September 2025 (2 places) 03 October 2025 (2 places) 05 December 2025 (4 places) Please call/email for group and onsite bookings. Course Cost: £326.25 (+ £56.85 VAT) per person Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Book now! Course dates don’t work for you? Get in touch – we may have other options. Pre-requisites: None Woodchippers are powerful pieces of equipment and if they are not used correctly they have the potential to cause injury, this makes having training essential. This Woodchipper training course will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when using the Woodchipper but that you are also aware of relevant health and safety guidelines making sure you stay protected. Who is it for? This Woodchipper training course will suit you if you work in the arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping or grounds maintenance industries, and you operate or will be required to operate a Woodchipper. Course sessions: Risk assessment and emergency procedures Health and safety guidelines and legislation Personal protective equipment Pre-use checks and machine features Routine checks and maintenance Cutting mechanism Start the machine and carry out safety checks Prepare work area and range of materials and identify hazardous materials not to be chipped Operation of Woodchipper Unblocking chipper End-uses of woodchips and hazards from woodchips Cleaning, transport and storage Certification: Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Woodchippers.

This two day novice training course is for anyone employed in the agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance industry that currently operates, or will be required to operate a Handheld Hedge Trimmer, Brushcutter/Trimmer , Leaf Blower or Vacuum. This course is physical so you must be fit and able to carry out the tasks required in the course programme. Course Information Landscape Tools Multi-Tool Duration: 2 days including assessment Course Dates 2025: 06 & 07 November 2025 (3 places) Please call/email for group, on-site bookings. Course Cost: £491.00 (+ £73.70 VAT) per person Venue: Betchworth, Surrey Pre-requisites: None This course is ideal for those wanting to master the operation and maintenance of up to four landscape tool machine types, both battery and petrol operated machines. Who is it for? This two day novice training course is for anyone employed in the agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance industry that currently operates, or will be required to operate a Handheld Hedge Trimmer, Brushcutter/Trimmer , Leaf Blower or Vacuum. This course is physical so you must be fit and able to carry out the tasks required in the course programme. Course sessions: Safety and risk assessment HSE legislation Protective clothing Components and maintenance Practical maintenance Fuelling and starting Testing the safety features Cleaning the site and machine checks Safe operation Certification: Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for Landscape Tools Multi-Tool. Book now! View Course Details