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 Hand Held Applicators – Hydraulic Nozzle, will guide you through the appropriate and safe use of the hand held applicator. Course Information Pesticides – Handheld Applicators (replaces PA6) Duration: 3 days including assessment Course Dates 10 - 11 November 2026 with assessment 23 November (2 places) Course cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) or Principles of Safe Handling & Application of Pesticides prior to attending 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 Handheld Applicators – Hydraulic Nozzle, will guide you through the appropriate and safe use of the handheld applicator. Who is it for? If you are involved in the application of pesticides with handheld hydraulic nozzle applicators, then this training course is for you. This course will help you develop your knowledge of health and safety requirements, and allow you to add to your continuous development. Before attending this course you will have already attended the Safe Use of Pesticides course. Course sessions: 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 culminates in an independent assessment for City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List

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. This therefore makes training essential and this Safe Use of Pesticides PA1 course will guide you through the key elements of using pesticides safely, and with confidence. Course Information Safe Use of Pesticides – Mandatory Unit (replaces PA1) Duration: 1.5 day including assessment Course Dates: 09 November 2026 with assessment 10 November (2 places) Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs No equipment needed 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. This therefore makes training essential and this Safe Use of Pesticides PA1 course will guide you through the key elements of using pesticides safely, and with confidence. Who is it for? This one 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. 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: 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 Certification: Candidates who successfully complete the City & Guilds Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides assessment will be awarded with a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Book now! View Course Details

This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting. It will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when using a chainsaw but also aware of relevant health and safety requirements making sure you stay protected. Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting Refresher Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting City & Guilds CPD or Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 day Course Dates: 05 November 2026 (FULL) Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-030) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training. 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. It is not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will it offer the wide range of skills needed for inexperienced operators to work safely. Certification sessions: : This course, in conjunction with professional training, will provide you with information and practical skills relating to: Workshop safety Site Specific Risk Assessment (SSRA) Chainsaw/small engine component maintenance Prepare the chainsaw for use Cross-cut timber Certification: Learners successfully completing this course will either receive a City & Guilds Digital Badge of Competence which will be available on the candidate's City & Guilds Account for Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting Refresher or a Lantra Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting Refresher. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List

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 up to 380mm Refresher Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 days Course Dates: 09 & 10 November 2026 (FULL) Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact for us hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03) and Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training. 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. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled It is not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will it offer the wide range of skills needed for inexperienced operators to work safely. Course sessions: Site Specific Risk Assessment (SSRA) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) The machine Maintenance Transport Preparing to work Fuelling Starting procedures and pre-cutting checks Safe handling Cutting techniques Felling techniques Certification: Learners successfully completing this course will receive a City & Guilds Digital Badge of Competence which will be available on the candidate's City & Guilds Account for Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm Refresher. Book now! Equipment List

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. Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Stumpgrinders. Course Information Stump Grinders City & Guilds IA Duration: 1 day with integrated assessment Course Dates: 06 November 2026 (1 place) Please call or email for on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs PPE required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Course dates don’t work for you? Get in touch – we may have other options. Book now! Equipment List Pre-requisites: None Stump Grinders are powerful pieces of equipment that remove tree stumps by literally chipping away at them usually with a cutting wheel, this therefore makes these dangerous tools if not used correctly or with adequate training. This Stump Grinder training course will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when using the Stump Grinder but that you are also aware of relevant health and safety guidelines making sure you stay protected. Who is it for? 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. Course sessions: Risk assessment and emergency procedures Health and safety guidelines and legislation Personal protective equipment Pre-use checks and machine safety features Routine checks and maintenance Cutter maintenance Start the machine and carry out safety checks Preparation of site, machine and materials Operation of Stump Grinder Unblocking Stump Grinder Re-instatement of excavation and disposal of arisings Clearing, transport and storage Certification: Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for the Safe Use of Stump Grinders.

This training course will give you all the knowledge and skill you need to operate a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP)  and a chainsaw from a MEWP. This includes the set up and operation of a MEWP as using equipment from a MEWP can be very dangerous which is why it is important to make sure you have the proper training and skills needed to work safely and efficiently. Course Information Combined Safe Use and Safe use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP Book now! Duration: 4 days including assessments Course Details: Day 1 & 2: Safe Use of a MEWP training with (integrated) City & Guilds assessment throughout Day 3: Use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP training Day 4: Use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP (independent) City & Guilds assessment Course Dates: Please call or email us for course dates Please call or email for group bookings If you have your own site & MEWP please call or email us and we can discuss providing an on-site course Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs PPE and equipment hire included in the course cost Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold - Certificate of Competence for use of a MEWP (IPAF/NPTC/LANTRA). You must hold a current certificate of competence to operate the type of MEWP that will be used during the course. Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03) Level 2 Award in Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04) Aerial Tree Cutting with a Chainsaw using Free-Fall Techniques is not a pre-requisite but is recommended for the three-day training. If you do not already hold this qualification, please consider the four-day training option, as all the necessary cuts will be covered during that course. The course does not include work with work platforms that are not controllable from the platform bucket. To take this training, you must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect your safety. This course is not appropriate for persons under 16 years of age. This training course will give you all the knowledge and skill you need to operate a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) and a chainsaw from a MEWP. This includes the set up and operation of a MEWP as using equipment from a MEWP can be very dangerous which is why it is important to make sure you have the proper training and skills needed to work safely and efficiently. Who is it for? This training is particularly helpful for people who work in the following industries: Arboriculture Forestry Woodland Local authorities Conservation If you would like to take this course, please make sure that you hold a current licence to practice in the MEWP type that will be used during the course (e.g. self-propelled) as well as a working knowledge of chainsaw maintenance and cross-cut techniques. You should also be particularly aware of the potential hazards of being cut by the saw, hit by the timber and exposure to noise and vibration. Certification: Candidates who successfully complete the integrated NPTC City & Guilds assessment will receive a Certificate of Competence for Level 3 Safe Use of a MEWP and those who attend the training day will receive a Land Skills Certificate of Attendance. Candidates who also successfully complete the second NPTC City & Guilds assessment will receive a Certificate of Competence for Level 3 Use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP. Learners will also receive a Land Skills E-Certificate of Attendance.

Learners will receive a City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Safe Use of a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (for the type of MEWP used in the assessment). Course Information Safe Use of a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) IA Duration: 2 days including integrated City & Guilds assessment Course dates: Please call or email us for course dates Please call or email us for group & on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs PPE and MEWP hire included in the course cost Venue – Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: None The HSE and industry best practice state that all MEWP operators must have had appropriate training in how to operate the machine and how to carry out the tasks required. Only trained and authorised people may operate the platform. Other people in the team must be able to lower the platform, by using both the controls on it and any emergency controls on the platform mounting below. A minimum of two people in the team is essential. If the MEWP is hired, the operator and ground staff should be familiar with the instructions and controls before starting work. For those already holding a certificate of competence in MEWP operation and requiring training in the use of a chainsaw from a MEWP please see the Aerial Tree Work section of our website. Safe Use of a Mobile Elevating Work Platform – MEWP Type: Self-propelled Boom Book now Course sessions: Working in the construction industry Specific legislation/guidance on MEWP’s Machines What can go wrong Risk assessment Using an assistant (banksman) Transportation Preparation of machine Practical preparation of vehicles Emergency procedures Certification: Learners will receive a City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Safe Use of a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (for the type of MEWP used in the assessment). If you have your own MEWP or require training on one of the other types of MEWP listed below, please contact us: 001 MEWP (Scissor) A scissor mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) allows you to work at, or get materials to a desired height. However operating a scissor MEWP and using it to work at height does require competence in order to avoid any potential accidents. This MEWP (scissor) integrated training and assessment two day course will help you to understand the regulations and safety requirements to ensure that you are confident at height whilst operating the equipment. 002 MEWP (Boom – Vehicle Mounted) A boom – vehicle mounted mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) allows you to move to your location and then work at height. However operating this type of machinery does require safety to be adhered to at all times in order to avoid any potential accidents. This MEWP (boom - vehicle mounted) integrated training and assessment course will help you to understand the regulations and safety requirements to ensure that you are confident in operating the equipment. 003 MEWP (Boom – Trailed) A boom – trailed mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) allows you to move to your location and then work at height. However operating this type of machinery does require safety to be adhered to at all times in order to avoid any potential accidents. This MEWP (boom - trailed) integrated training and assessment course will help you to understand the regulations and safety requirements to ensure that you are confident in operating the equipment.

This one day refresher course is for you if you are responsible for the storage, handling and application of pesticides with hand held hydraulic nozzle applicators and already hold your certificate of competence (see pre-requisites.) This course will help you refresh your knowledge of health and safety and legislation enabling you to work safely and effectively out in the field. Safe Use and Application of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment Refresher Safe Use & Application of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment (PA1 & PA6) Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 – 3 days depending on when the original qualification was obtained Course Dates: 1 day Refresher Please call or email for next available date 3 day Training Refresher Please call or email for next available dates and for group or on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold City & Guilds 0216-49 or 0216-73 / PA1 Principles of Safe Handling & Application of Pesticides and 0216-54 or 0216-78 / PA6 Safe Application of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training. 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. 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 refresher training essential. Who is it for? This one day refresher 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 handheld hydraulic nozzle applicators and already hold your certificate of competence (see pre-requisites above.) This course will help you refresh 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 HANDHELD 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: Learners successfully completing this course will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for 1 day Refresher or E-Certificate of Attendance for 3 days Training as a Refresher for Safe Use Pesticides and Handheld Applicators Refresher. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List

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 Stump Grinders 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 Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) IA Choose from Safe use of a MEWP, Safe Use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP or our combined course. 09 Tractor Driving This training course will suit you if you are currently using a tractor and/or load 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. 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 Handheld Hedge Trimmers Lantra ITA This one-day training course in Handheld 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 handheld 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, 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 Lantra ITA This two day novice training course is for anyone that currently operates, or will be required to operate a Handheld Hedge Trimmer, Trimmer (grass cutting), 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 View Course Info Excellent course, Rob is a fantastic instructor!! All teachings were clear and I felt as though I was in good hands. Shout out to Jo for her help too! Our Brush-cutter & Trimmer course with Rob 17 & 18 July 2025

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 already experienced in climbing trees using work positioning systems and who are experienced in chainsaw use, including felling small trees up to 380mm. Those wishing to attend this training course must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect their safety. Course Information Aerial Tree Pruning Duration: 4 days including assessment Next Course Dates: Please call or email for course dates Course cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Trainees must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03), Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04), Access a Tree Using Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue (0039-22 / 0020-13), and Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques (0039-23 / 0021-08) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this course. This Aerial Tree Pruning training course will provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding to carry out the aerial pruning of a tree. Who is it for? 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. Those wishing to attend this training course must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect their safety. Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Tree inspection Pruning principles Pruning techniques When to prune Accurate pruning cuts Compartmentalisation Tools and equipment Handling arisings and waste disposal Certification: Candidates who pass the City & Guilds NPTC Aerial Tree Pruning assessment will receive a Certificate of Competence for City & Guilds NPTC Level 3 Award in Aerial Tree Pruning. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List

This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 3 Award in Felling and Processing Trees over 760mm and will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident but safe when felling. Course Information Felling and Processing Trees over 760mm Duration: 3 days including assessment Course Dates: No courses currently scheduled. Please get in touch to register your interest. Please call or email for on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Register your interest! Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03), Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04) and Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm (0039-33 / 0021-01) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this course. This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 3 Award in Felling and Processing Trees over 760mm and will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident but safe when felling. 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 Snedding and de-limbing Cross-cutting felled timber Crown breakdown Certification: On successful completion of the assessment, learners will receive a City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Felling and Processing Large Trees over 760mm.

This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 3 Award in Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm and will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident but safe when felling trees over 380mm. Course Information Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm and up to 760mm Duration: 4 days including assessment Course Dates: No courses currently scheduled. Please get in touch to register your interest. Please call or email for on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Book now! View Course Details Equipment List Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03) and Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this course. This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 3 Award in Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm and will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident but safe when felling trees over 380mm. 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 Snedding and de-limbing Cross-cutting felled timber Taking down hung-up trees Stump treatment, clearing site and chainsaw checks Certification: On successful completion of this course learners will receive a City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Felling and Processing Medium Trees over 380mm and up to 760mm. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance for the training.

This course for Pesticides – Special Category is to accommodate any item of pesticide application equipment for which there is no category in the existing suite of schedules (PA2 – PA13).   Typical examples of equipment which would qualify for a Safe Application of Pesticides Using Specialist Equipment assessment would be: Automated glasshouse sprayers. Multi-modal applicators on potato planters. Rail-track bankside spraying modules. Course Information Safe Application of Pesticides Using Specialist Equipment (replaces PA(SC)) Duration: 2 days including assessment Cost: Please contact us for a quote if you have a site and equipment available for this. Venue: On-site Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Principles of Safe Handling & Application of Pesticides (PA1 / 0216-49 or 0216-73) prior to attending this course. Book now! 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 for Pesticides – Special Category is to accommodate any item of pesticide application equipment for which there is no category in the existing suite of schedules (PA2 – PA13). Typical examples of equipment which would qualify for a Safe Application of Pesticides Using Specialist Equipment assessment would be: Automated glasshouse sprayers. Multi-modal applicators on potato planters. Rail-track bankside spraying modules. However, it is recognised that innovative application equipment is always being developed and there are many more examples where Safe Application of Pesticides Using Specialist Equipment will be appropriate. For example OPM electro-static spraying machine. Who is it for? This special category course is for anyone who use pesticide application equipment for which there is no category in the existing suite of schedules as part of their work. You must have previously attended the Safe Use of Pesticides course and obtained the Safe Use of Pesticides qualification. Course sessions: This will vary on the type of equipment. This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Safe Application of Pesticides Using Specialist Equipment.

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 Course Information Clearing Saws - Up to and over 50mm Duration: 2 days including integrated assessment Course Dates : 29 & 30 September 2026 (2 places) Please call or email for group and on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Book now! Equipment List Pre-requisites: None 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 to ensure that accidents do not happen. This Clearing Saw integrated training and assessment course has experienced instructors who will make sure that you use the clearing saw safely and with confidence, and that you understand the relevant regulations and safety requirements. Who is it for? This training course in Clearing Saws is available to you if you are a novice. This course is physical so you must be fit and able to carry out the tasks required in the course programme. Our course is suited to people who work in: Forestry Agriculture Horticulture Landscaping Grounds maintenance Course sessions: HSE legislation, safety guidelines and risk assessment Personal protective equipment Health and safety features of a clearing saw Power unit maintenance Driveshaft, gear and cutting head Harness adjustment and fuel Starting the clearing saw and performing pre-cutting tests Safety precautions for site preparation and operations Clearing saw operation Clearing the site and performing clearing saw checks Certification: Learners who successfully complete the City & Guilds NPTC integrated assessment will receive a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for the Safe Use of Forestry Clearing Saw.

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. B rush-cutters & Trimmers Refresher Brush-cutters & Trimmers Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 day Course Dates: 24 September 2026 (5 places) Please call or email for on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold either a Lantra Awards Certificate of Training or City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Brush-cutters & Trimmers prior to attending this refresher training. This Lantra Brush-cutters/Trimmers assessed 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 Brush-cutter/Trimmer. This course is for people who have experience operating Brush-cutters/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. It is not to be used as a substitute for novice operator training, nor will it 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 brush-cutter/trimmer Safe operation Certification: Learners successfully completing this course will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for Brush-cutters / Trimmers Refresher. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List

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. This course is physical so you must be fit and able to carry out the tasks required in the course programme. Course Information Brush-cutters & Trimmers City & Guilds IA Duration: 2 days including assessment Course Dates: 12 & 13 October 2026 (FULL) 12 & 13 November 2026 (3 places) Please call or email for on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Book now! Equipment List Course dates don’t work for you? Get in touch – we may have other options. Pre-requisites: None This Brush-cutters & Trimmers integrated training and assessment 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 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 Brush-cutter/Trimmer. 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 Checking balance of the brush-cutter/trimmer Safe operation Certification: Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a City & Guilds Award in the Safe Use of Brush-cutters & Trimmers. If you are interested in Trimmer training only, please contact us for further details.