Chainsawing for Amateurs

Date: 
9 February 2013
Tutor: 
Neil Reekie
Cost: 
£95 including home-made lunch etc.
Time: 
9 - 4
Price: £95.00

COURSE  CONTENT

The course is designed for amateurs who either already own a chainsaw or who are thinking of buying one.  Certificates will not be given.

  • Maintaining a chain saw: cleaning, lubrication etc.
  • Sharpening
  • Safety
  • Techniques for felling trees - demonstration by Neil
  • Safety equipment and clothing

Comments from participants:

It was great - really informative and well taught.  Thanks, Sally

Excellent

I thought the course was excellent.

Inspirational place.  Very useful and practical course.

Many thanks.

 

 

What to Bring: 
  • A chainsaw if you have one (not absolutely necessary)
  • The manual that came with it
  • Any safety gear you already possess, especially ear defenders
  • Overalls/boiler suits
  • Helmets & ear defenders
  • Work boots, steel capped if you have them, or wellies for walking in woods
  • Working gloves
  • Extremely warm and waterproof clothing, hat and gloves, for watching Neil felling trees
Photos: 
Neil demonstrating techniques in the classroom at Assington Mill
Tree felling on the chainsaw course at Assington Mill
Alternative Dates
Date Time Bookings / Places
Chainsawing for Amateurs 9 February 2013 9 - 4 0 / 10