Level 2 Felling Small Trees up to 380mm Course in Maidenhead. Classes run at Berkshire College of Agriculture, part-time during the day, and take around 35 hours to complete. You'll need to have already achieved the City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting, or an equivalent qualification, before you start. The felling small trees up to 380mm classes cover safe directional felling using a chainsaw, working with both coniferous and broadleaved species across a range of conditions. You'll apply techniques suited to a tree's size, weight, condition, and lean, while accounting for site constraints and weather. This level 2 felling small trees up to 380mm qualification is assessed in the field.
Who this course is for
This qualification covers the safe and effective directional felling of trees using a chainsaw. The felling techniques applied will be appropriate to the tree’s size, weight, condition, and species, while also taking into account guide bar length, site constraints, and prevailing weather conditions. The scope includes both coniferous and broadleaved species, as well as trees that are upright, forward-leaning, or weighted against the intended direction of felling. This standard is intended for individuals who carry out tree felling operations using a chainsaw. Where associated tasks involve the use of chemicals or additional machinery, operators must hold the relevant training and certification in accordance with current legislation. Entry Requirements Candidates must have achieved the City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting (39-20), or an equivalent qualification. Please contact us on [email protected] for more information.
Entry requirements
Candidates must have achieved City & Guilds 0039-20 Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting (or equivalent version).
What you will learn
You'll apply safe directional felling techniques suited to a tree's size, weight, condition, and species.
You'll assess site constraints and prevailing weather conditions before felling.
You'll select felling techniques appropriate to guide bar length and tree lean.
You'll fell upright, forward-leaning, and back-weighted trees safely.
You'll work with both coniferous and broadleaved species.
You'll demonstrate competent chainsaw use in a felling context.
How you will learn
Training is classroom based and practical. You'll learn felling techniques through instruction and hands-on practice. Assessment is competence based: you'll be observed carrying out felling tasks to demonstrate that you can work safely and effectively. You may also complete written or oral questions to confirm your underpinning knowledge. The centre will confirm the full assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Berkshire College of Agriculture will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Forestry worker: felling and clearing trees on managed woodland sites.
Arboricultural worker: ground-based tree work alongside climbing teams.
Grounds maintenance operative: tree and vegetation management on estates or parks.
Utility vegetation clearance operative: keeping power lines and infrastructure clear.
Conservation ranger: habitat and woodland management for conservation bodies.
What you could study next
City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Felling Trees over 380mm: the next step if you want to work with larger trees.
Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Use from a Rope and Harness: opens up aerial tree work.
Level 3 Arboriculture qualifications: for those moving into supervisory or technical roles in tree management.
