Level 2 Powered Pole Pruner Maintenance and Operation Course in Bridgwater. Classes run at Cannington College, part-time during the day. The course runs for one week. You'll cover safe use, daily maintenance, and correct operation of powered pole pruners. This powered pole pruner maintenance and operation qualification is assessed through practical and knowledge-based tasks. It suits anyone working in arboriculture, grounds maintenance, or forestry who needs to operate pole pruners safely and competently.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll identify the main components of a powered pole pruner and explain their function.
You'll carry out pre-operational checks and routine maintenance tasks.
You'll demonstrate safe working practices when using a powered pole pruner.
You'll apply correct cutting techniques for different pruning tasks.
You'll identify hazards and explain how to control risks in the work area.
You'll follow relevant legislation and industry guidelines for powered equipment use.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and through practical, hands-on sessions at Cannington College. You'll be assessed on your knowledge through written or verbal questions and on your practical skills through observed tasks. Both elements must be completed to achieve the Certificate of Competence.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cannington College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Grounds maintenance operative: using powered tools in parks and estates
Tree surgeon's assistant: supporting arborist teams on site
Arboricultural operative: pruning and maintaining trees professionally
Estate worker: managing trees and vegetation on private or public land
Highways vegetation operative: maintaining roadside trees and shrubs
Landscape operative: pruning and shaping trees as part of landscaping work
What you could study next
City and Guilds Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting: a natural next step if you want to extend your chainsaw and cutting equipment skills.
Level 2 Certificate in Arboriculture: broadens your knowledge of tree biology, climbing, and aerial rescue.
NPTC Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Pesticides: useful if you move into vegetation management roles that involve chemical treatment.
