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 City & Guilds CPD or Lantra Refresher Duration: 2 days Course Dates: Please call or email for dates 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) and Felling & Processing Medium Trees over 380mm (0039-33 / 0021-01) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification 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. 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: Safety, health and welfare Legislation Snedding and de-limbing Take down hung-up trees Biosecurity Felling 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 Felling and Processing Medium Trees over 380mm and up to 760mm Refresher or a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for Felling and Processing Trees over 380mm Refresher Book now! View Course Details Equipment List

Land Skills Training and Assessments Ltd are now offering a training package for anyone wanting to gain skills in ground-based tree work. This discounted training package includes training and assessment in the subjects commonly required by employers for anyone that needs to use chainsaws on the ground. What is included: Training, Equipment and PPE, Lantra Course registrations, City and Guilds NPTC assessments, and associated registration fees - No hidden fees! Ground Based Training Package Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd is now offering a training package for anyone wanting to gain skills in ground-based tree work. This discounted training package includes training and assessment in the subjects commonly required by employers for anyone that needs to use chainsaws on the ground. What is included: Training, Equipment and PPE, Lantra course registrations, City & Guilds NPTC assessments, and associated registration fees - NO HIDDEN FEES. Please see below for what to expect from the training: Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting. Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm. Emergency First Aid at Work + F This one day Emergency First Aid at Work +F (Lantra Awards ITA) course teaches the First Aider how to act safely and effectively in a range of emergencies, specifically with the Forestry industry in mind. You can either choose a 1-day integrated training and assessment for Woodchipper or Stump Grinder Woodchippers 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. Stump Grinders 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. Ground Based Tree Work Training Discounted Package - £1840.73 (+ £354.25 VAT) = £2194.98 inclusive This is a discounted package, and all fees will need to be paid before the start of the first course. Our standard terms and conditions apply regarding cancellation or non-attendance and individual course prices will then be applicable. The training can be spread throughout the year on any of our scheduled course dates. Book now!

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 (FULL) 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 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: 07 - 11 September 2026 - Assessment 15 September (1 place) 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.

This course is ideal for domestic or occasional users who wish to learn the essential operation and maintenance of a chainsaw, for example you may have an area of Woodland at home that you want to manage. Course Information Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting ITA – Domestic / Occasional Users Duration: 2 days including integrated assessment Course Dates: Please call or email for availability Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs PPE and equipment hire included in the course cost Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: This training is suitable for occasional/domestic users only. Whilst this may be suitable to some learners that only use a chainsaw as a minor part of their role, this course is not ideal if you are using a chainsaw in a professional capacity. If you are going to use the chainsaw in a commercial capacity (i.e. work) and not on your own private land, it is a requirement that you hold a regulated qualification to satisfy the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). A Lantra occasional/domestic user course that provides training only would not be suitable as a pre-requisite if you wish to proceed to other training/qualifications such as Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm. Please contact our office if you are not sure which option suits you best. This course will provide you with the appropriate techniques & 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. Who is it for? This course is ideal for domestic or occasional users who wish to learn the essential operation and maintenance of a chainsaw, for example you may have an area of Woodland at home that you want to manage. Course sessions: HSE Legislation & Safety guidelines Overview of the Chainsaw & Maintenance Equipment Learn about the terms Tension & Compression Maintenance of the Chainsaw Starting the Chainsaw & Pre-cutting tests Cross-cutting Timber accurately to required lengths Certification: Once you have successfully carried out this course you will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting. If you are planning on using the Chainsaw regularly in your workplace, or want to progress onto further training such as Tree Felling we would recommend our 2-day Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting course with City & Guilds Assessment. Book now! View Course Details

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 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 Duration: 6 days including assessment Course Dates: 01 -05 February 2027 - Assessment 09 February (FULL) Please call or email for group & on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for our discounted price Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Book now! 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 City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue.

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 training course will give you all the knowledge and skill you need to operate a chainsaw from a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (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 Use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP Duration: 3 days including assessment Course dates: Please call or email us for future course dates Please call or email us 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 MEWP 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) 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 chainsaw from a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (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. Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines MEWP equipment Checks before using a MEWP Setting up and operation of the MEWP Safe Chainsaw use from the MEWP Certification: This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Safe Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevating Work Platform. Learners will also receive a Land Skills E-Certificate of Attendance. 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. This therefore makes training essential and these pesticide courses will guide you through the key elements of using pesticides safely, and with confidence.​​ Pesticide Courses Click the links for course availability, prices and more. 01 Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) 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. 03 Safe Use & Application of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment (PA1 & PA6 Combined) 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 handheld hydraulic nozzle applicators. 05 Operating Other Handheld Equipment Requiring Minimal Calibration (PA6 unit 271) If you need to paint pesticides onto stumps with a paintbrush 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. 07 Installing Pesticide Plugs into Tree Stumps (PA6 unit 269) 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. 09 Safe Application of Pesticides Using Specialist Equipment (replaces PA(SC)) 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). 02 Handheld Applicators (PA6) 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. 04 Safe Use of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment - Various PA6 units We now offer a 1-day training course which covers the following most requested PA6 units: Pesticide Plugs (replaces PA6PP) Hand Held Stem Injection (replaces PA6INJ) Handheld Applicators for Stump Treatment Applications (replaces PA6MC) 06 Safe Operation of Handheld Pesticide Stem Injection Equipment (PA6 unit 270) This course will guide you through the appropriate and safe use and application of pesticides with stem injection equipment. If you are involved in the application of pesticides with stem injection equipment, then our training course is for you. 08 Safe Application of Pesticides Using Boom Sprayers (replaces PA2) This Boom Sprayer course is for anyone who uses boom spraying equipment as part of their work. If you would like to attend this course you must be able to proficiently use, and drive the particular vehicle(s) used during the training. 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 "Ian is a great instructor/ teacher. He made the course easy to understand and very helpful. I would definitely recommend!" Our PA1 & PA6 course with Ian 12 - 14 May Lantra Satisfaction Survey

This Boom Sprayer course is for anyone who uses boom spraying equipment as part of their work.  If you would like to attend this course you must be able to proficiently use, and drive the particular vehicle(s) used during the training. We can offer training for either Boom Sprayer – Hydraulic Nozzle or Rotary Atomiser depending on your make/model of machine. Course Information Safe Application of Pesticides Using Boom Sprayers (PA2) Duration: 2-3 days including assessment Venue: We can arrange this on-site training/assessment for groups of 3-4 people. You must have your own site and the necessary equipment/ machinery. Course Cost: Please contact us for a quote 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. Who is it for? This Boom Sprayer course is for anyone who uses boom spraying equipment as part of their work. If you would like to attend this course you must be able to proficiently use, and drive the particular vehicle(s) used during the training. We can offer training for either Boom Sprayer – Hydraulic Nozzle or Rotary Atomiser depending on your make/model of machine. Course sessions: Introduction to how Vehicle Mounted Spraying Equipment works Preparation, Calibration & Safe Use of Spraying Machine Choosing the correct Nozzle for application Servicing the Machine Cleaning & Decontaminating Equipment Certification: This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Safe Application of Pesticides Using Boom Sprayers. There are various units that fall under this qualification, please let us know which of the following assessment units you require (depending on your machine) – 233 Operating Mounted, Trailed and Self Propelled Hydraulic Nozzle or Rotary Atomiser Horizontal Boom Sprayers 234 Operating Mounted, Trailed and Self Propelled Air/Fluid Nozzle Horizontal Boom Sprayers 235 Operating Mounted, Trailed and Self Propelled Downward Air Assisted Horizontal Boom Sprayers 236 Operating Mounted or Trailed Wick Type Applicators 237 Operating Vehicle Mounted Kerb Sprayers Fitted with Hydraulic Nozzles / Rotary Atomiser Equipment List

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: 28 & 29 April 2027 (14 places) 13 & 14 July 2027 (14 places) 02 & 03 November 2027 (14 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 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!

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 Mowers – Ride-on and/or Pedestrian or Remote Control Duration: 1 day including integrated assessment Course Options: Ride-on Mowers (1 day) Pedestrian Mowers (1 day) Ride-on & Pedestrian Mowers (1 day) Remote Control Mowers ( 1 day) Please let us know your preferred option when you enquire. 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 mower 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! Pre-requisites: None There is a wide range of ride-on, pedestrian and remote control mowers 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 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. Course sessions: Ride-on Mowers Legislation General safety code Risk assessment Hydrostatic drive Cutting mechanisms Controls and instruments Daily checks Pre-use checks, starting and stopping Safe methods of operation Working on slopes Transportation Safety with fuel Driving on public road Pedestrian Mowers Legislation General safety Risk assessment Types of cutting mechanisms Controls and instruments Daily checks Pre-start checks Starting and stopping Safe methods of operation Working on slopes Transportation Remote Control Mower Legislation Radio-control systems General safety and risk assessment Safe methods of operation Hydrostatic drive Wheels, tyres, and tracks Turning and manoeuvring Cutting mechanisms Transportation Certification: Please note that the integrated assessment for this course comprises practical maintenance and a multiple-choice paper. Learners who successfully complete the integrated assessment within this course will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for Mowers (for your chosen Mower option). Alternatively we can offer a City and Guilds integrated assessment on which you will receive a Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (for your chosen Mower option).

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 Lantra Level 3 Award in Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques Duration: 4 days including assessment Course Dates: 28 - 30 September 2026 - Assessment 01 October (1 place) 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 Book now! View Course Details Equipment List Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting, Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm, Basic Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification. Learners must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect your safety. 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. 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 Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Tree climbing equipment Visual tree inspection and anchor points Use of flip-line and climbing irons (spikes) Aerial rescue planning Aerial rescue methods Certification: This course culminates in an independent assessment for a Level 3 Lantra Award in Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques.

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: 22 February 2027 with assessment 23 February (6 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

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