This is a Lantra integrated training and assessment course and at completion a skills card and Lantra certificate will be awarded.

The certificate is then valid for 3 years.

Training is usually conducted on site, however we are able to find appropriate sites and hire of a woodchipper for training if required.

What will you learn?

• Provision of site specific Risk Assessment.

• HSE regulations and safety guidelines.

• Appropriate use of PPE.

• Operator checks and safety features.

• Routine maintenance.

• Inspection and identification of faulty blades.

• Safety checks before during and after use.

• Preparation of work area and identification of hazardous material not to be chipped.

• Appropriate techniques to chip short and long sections of timber safely and effectively.

• Procedures for removing blockages.

• Environmental factors involving the disposal of waste.

• Preparation of machine for transport and storage.