Course description
NPTC Tree Climb and Aerial Rescue
This five-day course is designed for the complete climbing novice or an improver with basic climbing skills.
Suitability - Who should attend?
- Personal protective equipment.
- Chainsaw protective helmet (complying with EN 397)
- Chainsaw protective gloves (complying with EN 381-7)
- Chainsaw protective boots (complying with BS EN ISO 20345:2004 and bearing a shield depicting a chainsaw
- Personal first-aid kit, including a large-wound dressing.The items marked with an asterisk should bear the chainsaw logo and show the chain speed to which they have been tested.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
You'll need to bring Personal protective equipment or complete a booking form to request hire. Chainsaw protective helmet (complying with EN 397) Chainsaw protective trousers (type C) (complying with EN 381-5) Chainsaw protective gloves (complying
Training Course Content
Modules include:
- Risk assessments of tree climbing operations
- Legislation related to tree climbing
- Selecting, inspecting and using a range of tree climbing equipment and techniques
- Pre-climb tree inspection
- Climbing a tree safely, moving around the crown and descending to the ground
- Carrying out aerial rescues from different situations
Course delivery details
Through a variety of practical and theory lessons.
Continuing Studies
You could apply for our other arboriculture courses or, following successful assessment, climb trees commercially.
About provider
Activate Learning
Activate Learning is a forward-thinking education group that aims for far-reaching, progressive change and impact through learning. We work with learners as individuals, helping them make the choice of course and career pathway that’s right for them. Our mission is to provide work-ready talent for business, and...
