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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 Duration: 5 days including assessments Course Details: Day 1 & 2: Safe Use of a MEWP training with (integrated) City & Guilds assessment throughout Day 3 & 4: Use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP training Day 5: 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 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 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. Book now!

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 / PA1 Principles of Safe Handling & Application of Pesticides and 0216-54 / 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

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: 20 - 22 April 2026 - Assessment 24 April (2 places) 23 - 25 June 2026 - Assessment 26 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 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.

Land Skills Training and Assessments Ltd offers professional training for those looking to enter or advance in the tree work industry. Our courses provide practical experience, theoretical knowledge, and industry-recognised qualifications for a discounted price. Course Packages Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd offers professional training for those looking to enter or advance in the tree work industry. Our courses provide practical experience, theoretical knowledge, and industry-recognised qualifications for a discounted price. Please click the links below to read more. Ground Based Chainsaw Package Step into Tree Surgery Package Aerial Based Package - Coming soon! 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. Our 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. Sign up to our mail list to stay tuned!

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. Mobile Elevating Work Platform All MEWP courses include MEWP and PPE hire Safe Use of a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Duration: 2 days including integrated City & Guilds assessment Combined Safe Use and Safe use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP Duration: 4 days including an assessment 3 days training for experienced arborists with aerial cutting Safe Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevating Work Platform Duration: 2 days including an assessment 1 day training for experienced arborists with aerial cutting Combined Safe Use and Safe use of a Chainsaw from a MEWP Duration: 5 days including assessment 4 days training for those with no aerial cutting experience Safe Use of a Chainsaw from a Mobile Elevating Work Platform Duration: 3 days including an assessment 2 days training for those with no aerial cutting experience

This Woodchipper training course will suit you if you work in the arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping or grounds maintenance industries, and you operate or will be required to operate a Woodchipper. Course Information Woodchippers City & Guilds IA Duration: 1 day including integrated assessment Course Dates: 02 October 2026 (FULL) Please call or email for group and on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs PPE required -contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Book now! Course dates don’t work for you? Get in touch – we may have other options. Equipment List Pre-requisites: None Woodchippers are powerful pieces of equipment and if they are not used correctly they have the potential to cause injury, this makes having training essential. This Woodchipper training course will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when using the woodchipper but that you are also aware of relevant health and safety guidelines making sure you stay protected. Who is it for? This Woodchipper training course will suit you if you work in the arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping or grounds maintenance industries, and you operate or will be required to operate a woodchipper. Course sessions: Risk assessment and emergency procedures Health and safety guidelines and legislation Personal protective equipment Pre-use checks and machine features Routine checks and maintenance Cutting mechanism Start the machine and carry out safety checks Prepare work area and range of materials and identify hazardous materials not to be chipped Operation of Woodchipper Unblocking chipper End-uses of woodchips and hazards from woodchips Cleaning, transport and storage Certification: Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for the Safe Use of a Manually Fed Woodchipper.

This course will refresh trainees with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture or allied industries. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled. Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue Refresher Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 days Course Dates: 23 & 24 April 2026 (2 places) 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 Basic Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue (0039-22 / 0020-13) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training and have a good level of fitness. This course will refresh trainees with the appropriate techniques and underpinning knowledge to ensure that they continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboricultural or allied industries. It will also ensure awareness of current health and safety legislation, and industry good practice keeping individuals up-to-date and skilled. The course is designed to be short, sharp and focused and will provide refresher training for trainees already Lantra Awards trained and/or certificated for this activity. 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: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Tree climbing equipment Visual tree inspection Rope configurations Access techniques and work positioning principles Final anchor point and work positioning techniques Use a flip-line and climbing irons (spikes) Storing equipment Certification: Learners completing this course will receive a City & Guilds Digital Badge of Competence which will be available on the candidate's City & Guilds account for Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue Refresher. Book now! 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 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!

We offer flexible training solutions for companies looking to upskill their staff, whether that means training on your site or booking onto our scheduled courses. Alternatively, we can deliver a range of training at your site, using your own equipment, offering both convenience and familiarity. We’ll work with you to create a training plan to upskill all your team. Tailored Training to Upskill Your Team Flexible training designed around your team’s needs Personalised Training Matrix We provide flexible, bespoke training packages designed specifically for your team. Whether on-site or at our Surrey centre, we tailor courses to help your staff gain the skills and qualification. Free On-site Consultation We’ll visit your site to discuss your team’s training needs in person, free of charge. This allows us to understand your setup and design a training plan that aligns with your working environment, roles and desired time frame. What’s Included A customised training matrix for each team member Clear pathways from basic to advanced skills Flexible timelines to suit your operations On going support as your team progresses Ideal for businesses looking to invest in long-term staff development. Get in touch to book your free consultation. Request a Free Consultation Training for Local Authorities At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we specialise in delivering high-quality, accredited training that suits the needs of councils, conservation bodies, and other large organisations. We offer flexible training solutions for groups of any size and can deliver courses directly at your site using your equipment. Our experienced instructors and assessors are available to travel across the UK and will work around your availability to ensure minimal disruption to your operations. We can also accommodate purchase orders and work with payment systems such as Proactis.

The PA6MC (Minimal Calibration) is a specialist unit under the City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides Using Hand Held Equipment. It is designed for individuals who apply pesticides using hand-held applicators with minimal calibration requirements. Course Information Operating other Handheld Applicators Requiring Minimal Calilbration (PA6: unit 271) Duration: 1.5 days including assessment 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 using minimal calibration. Who is it for? 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. Course objectives: Legislative and Safety Regulations Understanding pesticide labels Pre-use checks, Calibration & Application Completing a treatment record Prevention of Environmental hazards Decontamination and 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 – Operating other Handheld Applicators Requiring Minimal Calibration (PA6MC) Learners will also receive a Land Skills E-Certificate of Attendance. Book now! Equipment List

At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we take pride in delivering high-quality, accredited training across arboriculture, landscaping, and land-based sectors. Our testimonials reflect the real experiences of individuals and businesses who have benefited from our professional, hands-on approach. Read our client reviews to see why we’re a trusted training provider in Surrey and the South East. Client Reviews David Burke "Excellent all round course, instructor easy to understand with great all round knowledge." Powered Pole Pruner with Rob: 14 & 15 May 2026 Joshua Woodhams “Great course, clear instructions. I feel confident going forward." Woodchippers with Rob: 2 February 2026 Debs Carter "Great course and instructor. Patient, took time to explain. Very thorough" Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm C&G CPD Refresher with Rob: 20 & 21 November 2025 Chris Charman "Still picked up helpful tips after many years of chainsaw use". Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting C&G CPD Refresher with Rob: 2 September 2025 Jordan Bray "Well constructed course information and pace". Stump Grinder with Rob Wood: 11 August 2025 Saul Kelf "Very friendly, informative, great communication and very knowledgeable". Powered Pole Pruner with Mark: 24 July 2025 Eduard Lika "I want to thank the team for the great training and well explained from the start to the finished, thank you very much and I hope to see you all in the future". Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm with Rob: 21 July 2025 Abbie Burrows "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!" Brush-cutters &Trimmers with Rob: 18 July 2025 Frank Penson "Allen Fewtrell was an excellent instructor for the Ride-on Mower certificated training, which I undertook yesterday. He was very knowledgeable, an effective presenter & facilitator and empathetic with me & my colleagues, who were the small group of delegates. We learnt a great deal and are now much more skilled than before. The course admin was straightforward and efficient. So, a big thank you to Land Skills Training & Assessments all round". Ride on Mowers with Allen: 14 July 2025 Neil Philips "Allen was excellent at teaching the essentials of the ride on mower especially the safety features and procedures". Ride on Mowers with Allen: 14 July 2025 Marie Holland "Rob gave very clear instructions and went over everything twice to make sure we were all competent. Excellent teacher." Woodchippers with Rob: 27 June 2025 James Druce "Rob, brilliant as always!" Woodchippers with Rob: 20 June 2025 Richard Hackett Good instruction - thorough instructor and very good course, thanks." Woodchippers with Rob: 20 June 2025 Vaughn Mckenna "Brilliant training centre everybody there is friendly, fantastic trainer, extremely helpful, and even picked me up from station due to a unforeseen circumstance. More than happy." Handheld Hedge Trimmer with Mark: 10 June 2025 (Google Review) Bradley Gillies "Clear and easy to understand." Ride on Mowers with Allen: 29 May 2025 Emily Blaikie "Very enjoyable, would definitely recommend". Woodchippers with Rob: 25 April 2025 Nicholas Ward "Allen was engaging and friendly, making everything easy to understand. Great course knowledge and overall excellent training". Ride on Mowers with Allen: 23 April 2025 Thomas Deframe "Rob is a great instructor and very knowledgeable and helpful. He made the course easy and fun". Brushcutters & Trimmers with Rob: 16 & 17 April 2025 Luke Boxall "Fantastic course instructor, Rob conveyed the course clearly and it was easy to understand". Brushcutters & Trimmers with Rob: 26 & 27 March 2025 Christian Hodges "Fantastic course and really interesting - will look forward to the Professional Tree Inspection". 2 Day Tree Inspection with Guy: 19 & 20 March 2025 Bradley Gillies "Excellent course and assessor. It was easy to follow and absorb the knowledge, great format to take the theory to the practical aspect of the machine". Brushcutters & Trimmers with Rob: 06 & 07 March 2025 Lewis Carroll "Good teacher explained everything in good detail, it was easy to understand". Brushcutters & Trimmers with Rob: 06 & 07 March 2025 Dan Hussey "Great instructor very knowledgeable and concise". Safe Use of a MEWP with Joe: 10 March 2025 Graham Brown "Attended the Basic Tree Survey & Inspection course today, an enjoyable day that achieved what it said it would do - e.g. provide basic knowledge to be able to identify a hazardous tree, determine the level of risk and then decide on an appropriate course of action. Thanks to Mark for a useful day that will help me as a small woodland owner". Basic Tree Inspection with Mark: 07 March 2025 Tim Smith "I feel that I have learnt a lot on this course, considering it was a long time ago when I passed my test". Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm C&G CPD Refresher with Joe: 5 & 6 March 2025 Jack Martin "Rob is a great instructor, great explanations and demonstrations, 10/10". Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting refresher course with Rob : 03 March 2025 Duncan Glide “Great course, instructor was very knowledgeable. He explained everything clearly and thoroughly.” Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting course with Rob : 28 November 2024 Karl Irani "Must admit beforehand I was a tad concerned-being over 60 etc - as to whether I could achieve a pass & retain the information/education. The training was precise, enjoyable to learn & well devised. The general ambience of the company was great which helps significantly, especially starting out. Top marks to land skills & all the helpful staff!" Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting refresher course with Rob : 16 December 2024 (Google Review) Scott Woods “Landskills, a massive thank you for the course this week, its been fantastic! Rob the instructor has been brilliant, even though assessment day was today and nerves were sky high, Mark made everything feel at ease with his professionalism and just all round good energy. Thank you all involved at Landskills, see you again in the future. 5 stars!" Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting refresher course with Rob : 16 December 2024 Leave us a Review! Either log into your google account and leave us a review via the QR code or click the button below. Alternatively you can email us at office@landskills.co.uk or message us via our socials. Google Review Review Consent Notice All reviews are from individuals who have attended a Land Skills course. 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Our Assisted Felling course provides essential training in safe and effective tree felling techniques using a mechanical pull system. Learners will gain practical knowledge in recognising equipment defects and using assisted felling systems safely. Upon successful assessment, participants receive a City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Assisted Felling and a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Course Information Assisted Felling Duration: 3 days including assessment Course Dates: 21 - 22 May 2026 - Assessment 26 May (3 places) 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. Course sessions: Health & Safety, Site Safety & Risk Assessment for procedures involved Selection of suitable tools, equipment & PPE for felling operation required Introduction to the pull system Recognising defects in any of the pull system components Estimating loads Setting up safe pull system Use of suitable anchor points Certification: On successful completion of the assessment, learners will receive a City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Assisted Felling. Learners will also receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Attendance. Book now! Equipment List

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. Course Information Aerial Tree Rigging Duration: 6 days including assessment Course Dates: 05 - 09 October 2026 - Assessment 14 October (1 place) Please call or email for further course dates and group & 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 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. Who is it for? 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. 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 arboricultural operations without risk to themselves, other people or the environment Certification: 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. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List

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 course dates 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

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