Qualifications
At Cut Above we continually invest in training and keep up-to-date with the latest industry developments from the Arboricultural Association.
Current qualifications include:
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NPTC 311 Use of a chainsaw from a Mobile Elevated Work Platform
NPTC 207 Support colleagues undertaking off ground tree related operations
NPTC 309 Carry out aerial tree rigging
NPTC 206 Access a tree using a rope and harness
NPTC 306 Carry out aerial rescue operations
NPTC 201 Safe Use of a Mobile Elevated Work Platform
NPTC 308 Carry out aerial cutting of trees with a chainsaw using free-fall techniques
NPTC 203 Fell and process trees up to 380mm
NPTC 201 Carry out maintenance of chainsaw and cutting system
NPTC 202 Cross cut timber using a chainsaw
NPTC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Forestry and Arboriculture - Awarded with Distinction
NPTC Level 1 in Practical Horticulture Skills
NPTC 220 Prepare and Operate a Stump Grinder
LANTRA Basic Tree Survey and Inspection
Emergency First Aid for Forestry (renewed every three years)
NPTC 301 Fell and process trees over 380mm
NPTC 302 Sever uprooted or windblown trees using a chainsaw
NPTC 304 prepare for and agree emergency treework operations
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