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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 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 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 View Course Info 07 Lantra Level 3 Award in Accessing a Tree using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue This course is for people who want to achieve a Lantra Level 3 Award in Aerial Tree Rescue Operations. It covers the essential safety guidelines, equipment, and planning needed to access a tree and carry out a successful rescue. View Course Info 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 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 View Course Info 06 Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment (LOLER) 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 08 Lantra Level 3 Award in Aerial Cutting of tree with a Chainsaw using Free-fall Techniques This course is for people who want to achieve a Lantra Level 3 Award in Aerial Cutting of trees with a Chainsaw using Free-fall techniques. It covers the safety guidelines, and planning needed to access a tree and carry out a successful rescue. View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info "Instructor was very knowledgeable and helped us thoroughly when he was asked a question. Very professional". Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques with Rob 22 - 24 April 2025 Lantra Feedback Survey

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. Aerial Tree Rigging Refresher Aerial Tree Rigging City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 days Course Dates: Please email or call for availability 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 / 0020-03), Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04), Basic Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue (0039-22 / 0020-13), Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw (0039-23 / 0021-08) and Aerial Tree Rigging (0039-32 / 0021-09) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification 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. 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: 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 candidate's City & Guilds account for Aerial Tree Rigging Refresher. Book now! Equipment List

If preferred, many of our courses can be arranged to take place on your site. ​ Examples of on site courses we have carried out over the last year include: Woodchippers; Hand Held Hedge Trimmers; Clearing Saws; Pesticide Application and Spraying; Ride-on Mowers as well as Basic Tree Survey & Inspection. On-site Courses If preferred, many of our courses can be arranged to take place on your site. Examples of on-site courses we have carried out over the last year include: Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting, Chainsaw from a MEWP, Woodchippers, Stump Grinders, Handheld Hedge Trimmers, Brush-cutters & Trimmers, Clearing Saws, Pesticide Application & Spraying, Emergency First Aid at Work +F and Ride-on Mowers, as well as Basic Tree Survey & Inspection and Refresher CPDs for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting and Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm. Please contact us for a quote and/or further details, with the following information – Course of interest Number of learners Your site address Your availability Tel: 01306 876404 Email: office@landskills.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you!

Land Skills: Step into Tree Surgery course is a 4-week training programme designed to provide hands-on, practical training in tree surgery, along with the essential theoretical knowledge needed to develop your skills and provide all of the qualifications you will need to begin your career as a certified Tree Surgeon. We have this program scheduled from 29 September to 24 October 2025, please see below for details. Step into Tree Surgery Land Skills 'Step into Tree Surgery' course is a 4-week training programme designed to provide hands on, practical training in tree surgery, along with the essential theoretical knowledge needed to develop your skills and provide all of the qualifications you will need to begin your career as a certified Tree Surgeon. We have this programme scheduled from 1 September to 2 October 2026, please see below for details. What will be included in this course programme? Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting Training: 01 & 02 September 2026 (1 place) Assessment: 03 September 2026 Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm Training: 21 - 24 September 2026 (2 places) Assessment: 25 September 2026 Basic Tree Survey & Inspection Training: 16 September 2026 (7 places) Woodchipper IA Training: 0 2 October 2026 (FULL) Access a Tree Using Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue Training: 07 - 11 September 2026 (4 places) Assessment: 15 September 2026 Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques Training : 28 - 30 September 2026 (2 places) Assessment : 01 October 2026 Training Programme Cost for 4 weeks training & assessments: £3536.01 + £677.05 VAT = £4213.06 inclusive (includes 1 x retake and all equipment hire & PPE) What to expect from the training: – Practical Skills Fo cus : Emphasis on hands-on training to develop your abilities in tree surgery and maintenance. Experienced Instructors: Learn from skilled professionals with years of industry experience. Solid Foundation: Gain the knowledge and confidence to start working in the field of arboriculture. Equipment & PPE: All equipment and PPE provided throughout the training. Assessments: 1 free retake if required to help and support you through your journey Recap Options: If you are unsuccessful in the Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue assessment, we offer the option of using the Aerial Tree Cutting training days to recap and improve your climbing skills. Who is it for: This course is perfect for beginners who want to build a strong foundation in tree surgery skills or for those who need the accredited qualifications. 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. B rushcutters & Trimmers Refresher Brushcutters & Trimmers Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 day Course Dates: 04 September 2026 (4 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 Brushcutters & Trimmers prior to attending this refresher training. This Lantra Brushcutters/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 Brushcutter/Trimmer. This course is for people who have experience operating Brushcutters/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 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 Equipment List

We offer a wide range of refresher courses to keep your skills up to date, including chainsaw maintenance, pesticide application, and tree inspections. Ideal for staying compliant and confident in your role, our refresher training supports ongoing development across the arboriculture and land-based industries. Refresher Training We recommend booking a refresher course every 5 years to keep your training up to date. We offer a range of refresher training from chainsaws to pesticides. Please click the links below for course availability and dates. Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting City & Guilds CPD or Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training. Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 Days Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20/ 0020-03) and Felling Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training. Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm City & Guilds CPD or Lantra Refresher Duration: 2 Days Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03), Felling Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04) and Felling Trees over 380mm (0039-33 / 0021-01) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training. Access a Tree Using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 Days Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Basic Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue (0039-22 / 0020-13) or equivalent Lantra Awards prior to attending this refresher training and have a good level of fitness. Chainsaw from Rope & Harness City & Guilds CPD Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for 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. Learners must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect your safety. Aerial Tree Rigging City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 Days Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03), Felling Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04), Tree Climbing & Rescue (0039-22 / 0020-13), Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-Fall Techniques (0039-23 / 0021-08) and Aerial Tree Rigging (0039-32 / 0021-09) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this course. Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment (LOLER) Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must already hold a Certificate of Competence for Thorough Examination of Arboricultural Equipment (XARB03) prior to attending this refresher training. Brushcutters & Trimmers Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold either a Lantra Awards Certificate of Training or City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Brushcutters & Trimmers prior to attending this refresher training. Professional Tree Inspection Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must have previously attended and passed the Lantra Awards 3-day Professional Tree Inspection course Refresher Safe Use & Application of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment (PA1 & PA6) Lantra Refresher Duration: 3 days for occasional users Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold City & Guilds 0216-49 / PA1 Principles of Safe Handling & Application of Pesticides and 0216-54 / PA6 Safe Application of Pesticides using Handheld Equipment or equivalent Lantra Awards qualfications prior to attending this refresher training.

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. Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment (LOLER) Refresher Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment (LOLER) Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 day Course Dates: 30 July 2026 (1 place) Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs No equipment required Venue: Brockham, 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. 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 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

Get in touch with Land Skills Training & Assessments to book a course, request more information, or discuss your team’s training needs. Based in Surrey, we deliver accredited arboriculture, pesticide, machinery, and first aid courses across the South East. Contact us today to plan your training with a trusted provider in the land-based sector. Contact Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd If you would like to enquire or book onto a course please fill in the form below: Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd Unit 2 Tanners Court, Brockham, Surrey RH3 7NH office@landskills.co.uk Mail 01306 876 404 Phone We aim to respond to your emails within 2 working days. Please note our working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Name* Company Email* Phone Course required* How did you hear about us?* Yes, subscribe me to your newsletter. Submit

This two day course aims to provide specific tree inspection training to those who may have attended our Lantra Awards Basic Tree Survey and Inspection course and wish to progress further in the subject. Course Information 2-Day Tree Inspection (Ideal as a Preparatory Course for the Lantra Professional Tree Inspection) Duration: 2 days Course Dates: 03 & 04 November 2026 (12 places) Please call or email for group and on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs A light lunch is included in the course cost No equipment required Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Prospective learners would benefit from a knowledge of plant and arboriculture science, but this is not essential. This two day course aims to provide specific tree inspection training to those who may have attended our Lantra Awards Basic Tree Survey & Inspection course and wish to progress further in the subject. New Course Feature – This course will now include a skills assessment to ascertain areas in which candidates could improve their skills and knowledge prior to attending the Lantra Professional Tree Inspection course. A report will be provided to candidates following the course, with the instructor’s recommendations. Who is it for? Arboriculturists, Landscape architects, Local Authorities, Woodland officers, Rangers, Landowners or any other professionals involved with trees. Course sessions: Introduction Law Matters Biology, Survival, Wounding Responses and Decay Understanding Energy - Tree Management and Health Visual and Biomechanical Hazard Assessment of Trees Practical Visual Assessment of Trees The Body Language of Trees Practical Tree Inspection Procedure Principles of Tree Risk Assessment Open forum and Review of Course Certification: Learners will receive a Land Skills E-Certificate of Attendance for 2-Day Tree Inspection and a Skills Assessment Report. 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 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 11 - 12 August 2026 with assessment 17, 19 & 24 August (3 places) 10 - 11 November 2026 with assessment 16 & 18 November (6 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

This course will guide you through the appropriate and safe use and application of installing pesticide plugs in tree stumps. If you need to remove tree stumps using Ecoplugs 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. Course Information Installing Pesticide Plugs in Tree Stumps (PA6: unit 269 - replaces PA6PP) Duration: 1.5 days including assessment Course dates: 13 August 2026 - Assessment 17, 19 & 24 August (3 places) 12 November 2026 - Assessment 16 November (1 place) Course cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required Venue: Brockham, Surrey We now offer this course as a combination course covering this unit and two other pesticide units in our Pesticide Various Combined course. Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Principles of Safe Handling & Application of Pesticides (PA1 / 0216-73) 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 will guide you through the appropriate and safe use and application of installing pesticide plugs in tree stumps. Who is it for? If you need to remove tree stumps using ECOPLUGS 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. Course objectives: Legislative and Safety Regulations in relation to the use of pesticide plugs; pre-use checks; inserting pesticide plugs safely; prevention of environmental hazards and decontamination and storage of equipment. Certification: Learners attending the training for this Unit will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Candidates who decide to undertake assessment for this Unit and complete this successfully will obtain a Certificate of Competence for City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment – Installing Pesticide Plugs in Tree Stumps. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List

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 (3 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 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.​ ​ Course Information Tractor Driving and Related Operations Duration: 3 day including integrated assessment Venue: We can arrange this on-site training for groups of up to 4 people. You must have your own site and the necessary equipment/machinery. Please provide details of the site and tractor you will be using in your enquiry. Please contact us to discuss course options; site and machinery suitability and quotes. Please note we do not provide hire for equipment and PPE for this course. Book now! Equipment List Pre-requisites: None There is a wide range of tractors in use today and if they are used correctly and maintained properly then they should pose very little risk to you or to anyone who is near to the machine. Sometimes accidents can happen, normally for very simple reasons, which is why training is always important. Whether you are a new or experienced user, this training course will provide you with an insight into safety awareness and risk assessment in order to reduce the likelihood of accidents occurring. Who is it for? This training course will suit you if you are currently using a tractor or are required to drive and operate a tractor 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. Course units: For this course you have the option to complete unit 0014 -221 Prepare and operate a tractor and attachments and/or unit 0014-222 Operate a loader. Please let us know on booking. Certification: Learners who successfully complete the integrated assessment within this course will receive a City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Tractor Driving and Related Operations.

A Hand held hedge trimmer is an effective mobile hand-held piece of equipment. Due to the mobility of the hedge trimmer it is important that it is used correctly and that adequate training has taken place to ensure accidents do not happen. This Hand Held Hedge Trimmer integrated training and assessment course is taught by an experienced instructor who will make sure that you use the trimmer safely and with confidence and that you understand the relevant regulations and safety requirements. Course Information Handheld Hedge Trimmer Duration: 1 day including integrated assessment Course Dates: Please call or email for availability 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! View Course Details Equipment List Pre-requisites: None A Handheld hedge trimmer is an effective mobile handheld piece of equipment. Due to the mobility of the hedge trimmer it is important that it is used correctly and that adequate training has taken place to ensure accidents do not happen. This Handheld Hedge Trimmer integrated training and assessment course is taught by an experienced instructor 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 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. The course will also suit you if you currently use or are going to be using a handheld hedge trimmer as part of you work. Course sessions: PPE Health and safety features Hedge types and growth habits Maintenance Fuelling and starting a hedge trimmer and performing pre-cutting checks Adjusting the hedge trimmer idling Hedge cutting on site Clearing site and hedge trimmer checks Certification: Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for Handheld Hedge Trimmer.

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 Book now! Lantra Level 3 Award in Accessing a Tree Using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Rescue Duration: 6 days including assessment Course Dates: 23 - 27 March 2026 - Assessment 30 March (3 places) 01 - 05 June 2026 - Assessment 08 June (3 places) Please call or email for group & on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey View Course Details Equipment List 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 Level 3 Lantra Award in Accessing a Tree using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Rescue.

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 will guide you through the appropriate and safe use and application of pesticides with stem injection equipment. Course Information Handheld Stem Injection (PA6: unit 270 - replaces PA6INJ) Duration: 1.5 days including assessment Course Dates: Please call or email for course dates Course cost: Please call or email for course costs Equipment required Venue: Brockham, Surrey We now offer this course as a combination course covering this unit and two other pesticide units in our Pesticide Various Combined course. Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Principles of Safe Handling & Application of Pesticides (PA1 / 0216-73) 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 will guide you through the appropriate and safe use and application of pesticides with stem injection equipment. Who is it for? If you are involved in the application of pesticides with stem injection equipment, then our training course is for you. Course sessions: Introduction to Stem Injection Application Hygiene & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Selecting Needles for Various Applications Pre-start checks Calibration, Application & Safe Operation of the Stem Injector Prevent Environmental Hazards Decontamination & Storage of Equipment Certification: This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Safe Application of Pesticides using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment – Handheld Stem Injection (PA6INJ) Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List