Unit 302 Aerial Tree Pruning Course
(previously CS40 & 307)
An excellent course that looks in more detail at the biology and anatomy of trees, and why, when and where to prune. We look at a variety of different tools that may be used to prune and their advantages and disadvantages in differing situations and areas within the crown of a tree. This arboricultural pruning operations course is aimed at people experienced in tree climbing and using a chainsaw within a tree.
Pre-requisite units: 201, 202, 203, 206, 306, 308
- Understand the current legislation and industry good practice, especially adherence to BS3998
- Understand potential environmental damage that could occur and how to respond appropriately
- Perform a hazard evaluation of the tree and working at height assessment
- Understand how tree species, their condition and the time of year affect the work
- Be able to define pruning prescriptive terms and measurements
- Principles of target pruning and the effect on tree pruning operations
- Understand the importance of accurate and appropriate cuts when removing branch material.
- Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of a range of pruning tools
- Perform various pruning techniques
NPTC Aerial Tree Pruning Course Assessment
The 2-day course for unit 307 (previously CS40) includes integrated arboricultural pruning operations assessment.
For information on price and course duration, please see our Aerial Training Courses page.
