Level 3 Emergency Treework Planning Course in Ilkeston

Cost£255.00
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Emergency Treework Planning Course in Ilkeston. Classes run at Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus. This intensive course runs for one week, covering the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to plan and carry out emergency treework. It is aimed at people already working in arboriculture, forestry, or related industries who deal with emergency tree situations as part of their role. Ideally you will have some industry experience before you attend.

Who this course is for

This course is for individuals who operate and carry out tasks dealing with emergency treework planning as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries. It will provide the individual with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out this work.

Entry requirements

Ideally you should have some experience in the industry.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to assess trees for emergency risk and hazard
  • You'll understand the planning requirements for emergency treework operations
  • You'll learn how to identify factors that affect safe working in emergency situations
  • You'll develop knowledge of relevant legislation and responsibilities in emergency treework
  • You'll understand how to coordinate resources and personnel for emergency operations
  • You'll learn how to document and report on emergency treework planning decisions

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus. Teaching covers both theoretical knowledge and practical understanding of emergency treework planning. Assessment is through written and practical tasks that test your ability to plan and manage emergency treework operations. The course runs over one week of daytime classes.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Arborist: plan and carry out emergency tree operations
  • Tree surgeon: respond to storm damage and hazardous trees
  • Forestry worker: manage emergency situations in woodland settings
  • Grounds maintenance supervisor: oversee tree safety on managed land
  • Local authority tree officer: assess and coordinate emergency treework
  • Utility arborist: manage trees near power lines and infrastructure

What you could study next

Once you hold this emergency treework planning qualification, you could progress to a Level 3 Award in Arboriculture or a Level 3 NVQ in Arboriculture to broaden your professional standing. The NPTC (City and Guilds) range of chainsaw and climbing certificates are also worth considering if you want to extend your practical skills alongside your planning knowledge.

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