Adult Courses

Chainsaw Refresher Day  - 2012:13

Location:  Merrist Wood College Course Code:  OC02CD0A041P Year:  2012:13 Start Date:  Various Duration:  1 Day Attendance:  Various FT/PT:  Part-Time      Level:  Tuition Fees:  £160 Exam Fees:  £0 Fund Type:  No fee remission available on this course

Content / Overview

An update on legislation, industry best practice, techniques and equipment. 

Why Study Here

Courses are taught by experienced, highly skilled tutors who attend specific annual industry training programmes. The arboriculture workshops are fully resourced and the pro-active approach of the department ensures that all the chainsaws and related tools and equipment are up-to-date with modern technology and current legislation. All of this ensures Merrist Wood is the place to study this course.

Suitable For

Experianced chainsaw users wishing to update their knowledge base and practical skills, as recomended by the HSE every 3-5 years.

Application Method

Apply direct – no interview necessary

Entry Requirements

Experienced chainsaw users over the age of 16.

Delivery Method

Through a variety of practical and theory sessions.

Assessment

No formal assessment, a college certificate of attendance will be issued.

Progression

Other related courses

Additional Information

Group bookings are welcome.

If you do not wish to use our online application system, you can download an Application Form

All students aged 19 years or over on 1 September in the first year of their course are expected to pay tuition, registration, exam fees and all other course related costs. Some assistance with these costs may be available depending on your circumstances and the latest government funding position. There are normally no tuition, registration or examination fees to pay if you are aged 16-18 on 1 September in the first year of your course and are a British or European Union resident. This does not apply to HNCs/Ds, Foundation Degrees, Degrees or courses that do not attract government funding.

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