Protec Training & Consultancy Ltd

Forestry Arb Agriculture and Horticultural Training Specialists

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Ground-based Chainsaw Training and Assessment

Cross-Cutting and Maintenance

This 2 day course is the initial course required for anyone using a chainsaw.  It covers the basics of how to maintain and sharpen your saw, the correct PPE needed and safe operating and basic cutting techniques.  Enquire here for prices dates and further information


Felling Small Trees 

A 3-day course for felling trees up to 380mm /15”.  This course carries a national certification and is a recognised qualification for professional users.  This course requires an assessment carried out independently of the training which is usually a further 1/2 day.  This course can also be delivered as a 5-day unit incorporating cross-cutting and maintenance for novice users.

Enquire here for prices dates and further information


Felling Large Trees

Training and assessment for felling trees over 380mm.  This course is 2-days in duration and carries a national certification.  An independent assessment is required which is a further 1/2 day.  Candidates are required to hold a qualification for felling small trees prior to attendance on this course. Enquire here for prices dates and further information


Windblow/Storm Damaged Trees. (Single and Multiple)

Training and assessment for the safe removal of windblown and storm damaged trees.  The initial module for single damaged stems is 2  days and the module for multiple damaged trees is a further 2 days with a final 1/2 day assessment required. Candidates must hold a medium/large trees certification to attend this course and it is recommended that  they have at least 6 months regular felling experience prior to attendance. Enquire HERE for prices dates and further information


Refresher Training

Refresher and update session are available for all of the above courses. Enquire HERE for prices dates and further information




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