Cross-cut Timber Using a Chainsaw

This is a hands-on course that delivers both practical skills and health and safety guidance.

We keep the training groups small so that you'll receive plenty of individual attention from our experienced instructors throughout the process.

Ideal for those who work in the land-based sector or those starting their career in Treework.

The finer details

This is a perfect introduction to expertly handling a chainsaw.

The course is also ideal if you're looking to work towards a regulated qualification or a Licence to Practice – both are available with our Level 2 Award in Cross-cut timber using a chainsaw.

We work closely with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to ensure both the course's content – and the materials we use – are in line with current safe working practices.

And you'll gain hands-on experience of starting a chainsaw, run through all the pre-cutting tests and learn the skills needed to expertly cross-cut timber, as well as demonstrating that you and your employer have completed sufficient training to meet the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER).

Worth noting: Chainsaws are powerful and potentially dangerous tools, so you'll need a minimum level of fitness to be able to complete the practical side of the training.