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CS39 – NPTC Unit 204 – Using a Chainsaw from Rope & Harness

Using a Chainsaw from Rope and Harness (formerly CS39)

Our CS39, Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness course covers the essential safety guidelines, equipment, inspection planning and practical experience needed for aerial cutting of trees with a chainsaw using free-fall techniques.

Course objectives: 

Upon completing the Chainsaw from Rope and Harness training course you will be able to:

  • Understand the legislation and safety guidelines pertaining to the use of a chainsaw from a rope and harness
  • Understand the safety considerations to be observed in organising a worksite
  • Carry out pre-start checks on the chainsaw, cold and hot starting techniques
  • Demonstrate techniques for hauling chainsaws into the tree and attaching them appropriately to the harness
  • Use appropriate techniques for establishing secure and comfortable work positions
  • Demonstrate the appropriate use of various step and sink cuts and correct final pruning cuts
  • Use top-handled and lightweight rear-handled chainsaws in a safe and efficient manner to remove light and medium-weight branches
  • Understand and fulfill the duties and responsibilities of a competent grounds person
  • Deal with matters arising appropriately.

Course sessions:

  • HSE legislation and safety guidelines
  • Preparing a chainsaw for use in a tree
  • Securing the work position
  • Cutting techniques
  • Equipment inspection, storage and waste disposal.

NPTC Unit 204 (CS39) – Course Pre-requisites

  • NPTC Units 201 (CS30) – Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting
  • NPTC Unit 202 (CS31) – Felling of Small Trees – up to 380mm
  • NPTC Unit 203 (CS38) – Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue Operations

NPTC Assessment

(CS39) NPTC 204: Use of Chainsaw from Rope and Harness

Cost and Booking

3-day CS39 Course fee: £650 (inc VAT & NPTC Assessment)

The NPTC Assessments are optional, should you not require NPTC Certification/Qualification.

Maximum 4 people.

10% discount is available if a client provides all 4 trainees for the course.

Climbing kits and saws are available for hire by candidates who do not yet have their own equipment.  Please contact the office for further information: 01732 811 162

*All NPTC Assessments are VAT exempt. 


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  • Tree Surgery Courses
    • Lantra Refresher courses
    • Chainsaw Training
    • Climbing & Aerial Training
    • Combined Start-up Training
    • Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
    • Forestry +F
    • Lantra Thorough Examination of Arboricultural Lifting Equipment (LOLER)
    • Machinery Training
    • Pesticides Training
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