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The large tree course is one of our programmes specifically focused on safely felling, processing and handling trees with large girths, typically more than 380mm or 760mm. The large tree course is intended for arboriculture professionals with prior training in chainsaw operation, risk assessment and other aspects of the tree surgeon's job.

Key Aspects of Our Large Tree Course

The large tree course addresses both the theoretical and practical aspects of processing large trees, including conducting a risk assessment and applying special felling techniques and emergency procedures. Let's look at it in a little more detail:

Pre-requisites: Those taking the large tree course typically need experience in chainsaw operation, including the felling of smaller trees (those under 380mm), and they should have the requisite certification for such work.

Risk assessment: Due to the unique dangers posed by large trees, a large percentage of this course focuses on assessing those dangers, creating risk assessments and formulating emergency plans to implement should something go awry.

Felling techniques: Large trees require an advanced approach to felling that may include things like winches and making appropriate cuts designed to fell the tree in a specific direction.

Processing: The large tree course also includes training on how to safely cross-cut, de-limb and stack timber related to the felling of a large tree.

Equipment: The course covers equipment used in the felling and processing of large trees, including the different types of chainsaws needed and the importance of winches.

Spotlight on Course Content

Felling trees over 380mm: This part of the course focuses on felling trees so large that the saw bar can be fully concealed.

Felling trees over 760mm: This part of the course focuses on felling and processing very large trees and provides advanced techniques that enable the tree surgeon to do so safely.

Conclusion

The large tree course is a must if you wish to advance your arboricultural career. But places in this course sell out quickly. So reserve yours today by calling 01959 524 623 or emailing: enquiries@dtetrees.co.uk. Be sure to include the course name in your email.