Clearing Saws (NPTC Certificate A012) » AB057

Qualification

NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Clearing Saws (A012)

Dates & Times

This 2 day course runs regularly throughout the year, in response to demand.
For details of the next available date, contact Part-Time Courses on 01305 215025 or email parttimecourses@kmc.ac.uk 

Courses are run upon request. Please contact :
"Courses Helpline" on 01305 215215

Awarding Body.

Kingston Maurward College

Kingston Maurward College

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Kingston Maurward College,
Dorchester,
Dorset
DT2 8PY
Tel. 01305 215215
 

Money
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 £395


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Location :

K.M.C.

Department :

Academy of Arboriculture

Tutor :

Chris Sadd

Qualification Level :

2

Language :

English

Is it right for me?

Two-day course that will bring you up to the standard required to take NPTC modules A012. Covers subjects such as safety factors, machine servicing, fitting a new recoil starter cord and maximum blade speeds. 

Please note: Assessment is carried out on a separate day by arrangement between the candidate and the appointed NPTC assessor.

 

Candidates must hold a CS31 and a Brushcutters/Strimmers Certificate of Competence as a pre-requisite for this course.

What will I be learning about?

  • Safety factors
  • Machine servicing
  • Fitting a new recoil starter cord
  • Sharpening a cutter knife
  • Methods of operation of saws
  • Adjusting a harness
  • Maximum blade speeds

What is involved?

Two days training and one separate two hour assessment.

What's Required?

Minimum age is 16 years.

Completion of CS30 and CS31 and Brushcutters/Strimmers Certificate of Competence.
Tetanus protection is recommended.

 

Minimum Age : 16

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How will I be assessed?

By NPTC, within 3 to 4 weeks later at Kingston Maurward College.


What is next?

Service your Garden Machinery.
Certificate of Competence in Brushwood Chipper Operations.
Chainsaw courses (City & Guilds or LANTRA).

Brushwood Chipper » AB008
(NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Manually Fed Wood Chippers)

Notes

Experienced operators may be able to attend for one day only. Please telephone Ken Crafer to enquire 01305 215056.