Course Objectives

 

Participants learn to perform the following skills with an emphasis on safety;

 

1.      Process individual windblown trees

2.      Assessing windblown trees and deciding on the appropriate technique

3.      Cutting windblown trees using correct technique

4.      Operating a winch

5.      Site Safety

6.      Cross cutting under tension and compression

7.      Removal of hazardous limbs

8.      Regulations and safety requirements relevant to windblown trees

9.      Dealing with dangerously hung-up trees

 

Duration:

3 day

 

Location:

Coillte Premises all around the Country

 

Participants:

4 to 6 people

 

* Basic Chainsaw Course must be completed before attending this Course