Course description
Woodchipper (NPTC) 002057
This Level 2 Certificate of Competence is for individuals who operate a manually fed woodchipper as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries. The one day integrated training and assessment programme covers preparation, maintenance and safe use of a woodchipper.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
This intensive practical course requires a good level of physical fitness and an ability to study written technical information.
We are governed by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations therefore participants will not be allowed to start the course without wearing steel toe capped boots or shoes and suitable protective clothing which provides full cover for arms and legs. We strongly recommend participants also wear a high visibility vest.
Participants may prefer, for their own comfort and safety, to bring their own PPE; hat, gloves and ear defenders.
Why choose Writtle University College
Ranked Top University-Sector Institution in East Anglia for overall student satisfaction!
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Beautiful rural campus situated close to the city of Chelmsford, 40 minutes from London and the coast.
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Welcome to Writtle College! Writtle College, a further education provider, now part of ARU, is located at the ARU Writtle campus on the outskirts of Chelmsford, Essex. We offer a wide range of exciting courses in land-based, creative and sports...