Free Level 2 Felling Small Trees up to 380mm Course in Hereford. Classes run at Holme Lacy College over 3 days. To join this course, you must already hold the Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting, and the Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm. This felling small trees up to 380mm qualification builds on those foundations, developing the competence needed to fell trees up to 380mm diameter safely and to industry standard. It is part of the National Curriculum Training Programme for the forestry sector.
Who this course is for
A National Curriculum Training Programme (NPTC)-certified course for the Forestry Industry
Entry requirements
Candidates must have achieved the Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting, and Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm.
What you will learn
You'll plan and prepare for felling operations safely
You'll assess trees and the surrounding area for hazards before felling
You'll apply correct felling techniques for trees up to 380mm in diameter
You'll use a chainsaw safely in accordance with industry standards
You'll manage the felling area to protect yourself and others
You'll demonstrate competence in accordance with National Curriculum Training Programme requirements
How you will learn
Training is classroom based and delivered over 3 days at Holme Lacy College. Assessment is practical and competence based, testing your ability to carry out felling operations safely and to the required standard. You will be assessed on your practical performance in controlled conditions. The City and Guilds Certificate of Competence is awarded when you demonstrate the required level of skill.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Holme Lacy College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Tree surgeon: felling, pruning, and managing trees professionally
Forestry worker: harvesting and managing woodland areas
Arboricultural contractor: chainsaw and ground-based tree work
Grounds maintenance operative: tree and vegetation clearance
Estate worker: land and woodland management on private estates
Utility vegetation manager: clearance around power lines and infrastructure
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Aerial Tree Rigging and Dismantling: for those moving into climbing and aerial tree work.
Level 3 Award in Arboriculture: develops broader knowledge of tree biology, risk assessment, and management.
NPTC Chainsaw and Related Operations units: further units covering specific operations such as processing, extraction, or working near roads.
