Chainsaw maintenance and Cross cutting

Providing trainees with the necessary skills to efficiently and safely maintain chainsaws and perform a variety of chainsaw cross-cutting techniques.

Available Courses

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Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting Training Course
1 February 2027 To 3 February 2027

Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting

Preston & offsite
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Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting Training Course
14 June 2027 To 16 June 2027

Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting

Preston & offsite
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Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting Training Course
13 September 2027 To 15 September 2027

Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting

Preston & offsite
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Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting Training Course
22 November 2027 To 24 November 2027

Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting

Preston & offsite

This course is available as part of a combination course with Felling and Processing Small Trees 

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Course Description

Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting

2 Days + 1 for assessment – Max 4 Candidates

Qualification – NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross Cutting 
Your training lives in an app

Every candidate gets a login. It installs on your phone straight from the browser, so there is no app store and nothing extra to pay for.

Before you come: your dates, your joining instructions and what to bring. The workbooks and videos for your units are already in there, so you can work through the theory at your own pace. It keeps track of what you have covered, and there is a coach you can ask about anything on this course.

Afterwards it does not close. Your certificate goes in it and stays in it, along with every other ticket you get from us, and it tells you when one is coming up for renewal rather than you finding out on site.

The official manufacturer’s manual for whatever saw you are running is in there too, searchable by make and model.

£672 inc. Vat (This cost also includes the cost of the external assessment and NPTC registration fees.)

This course is tailored to provide trainees with the necessary skills to efficiently and safely maintain chainsaws and perform a variety of chainsaw cross-cutting techniques.

The Course will cover the following:

  • Health and Safety, including relevant legislation and risk assessment
  • Maintenance of both battery powered, and petrol driven chainsaws.
  • Fuelling and pre-use checks
  • Safe working techniques:
    • Manual handling
    • Use of lifting/turning aids
    • Stacking timber
    • Measuring timber
    • Use of the chainsaw to perform effective cross cutting, bore cuts.
    • Understanding the tension and compression found in timber.

Trainees will be provided with resources such as bespoke workbooks and revision guides via our online e-learning portal to facilitate their learning.

Entry Requirements

As this is an entry level course, there are no prerequisites to join. However, trainees must provide their own PPE and have a good level of fitness. Great Oaks Training reserves the right to refuse training to any person we consider to be unfit, for any reason.

All trainers are first aid trained; however, we advise that all candidates hold a current recognised first aid qualification before commencing training.

Equipment Requirements

Trainees must provide:

  • Personal Protective Equipment – PPE must be purchased from a reputable supplier, click here to read more.
    • Safety Helmet – Groundwork (HSE Recommended EN 397 with ear protection to EN 352 -3 & mesh visor to EN 1731)
    • Chainsaw protective Gloves (HSE Recommended to EN 381-7)
    • Chainsaw Trousers (HSE Recommended to EN 381-5) Type C are advised if planning to progress onto Aerial use of Chainsaw.
    • Chainsaw Boots (HSE Recommended to EN 381-3)
    • Great Oaks Training reserves the right to withdraw the training to candidates if the PPE or equipment is not in a safe condition
  • Chainsaw (Equipment may be rented from Great Oaks Environmental Training, contact us for more information.)
    • Maximum guidebar length 15”/38cm
    • In good working order.
  • Personal Trauma First Aid Kit – Purpose built kits can be purchased online
Great Oaks e-learning portal training materials

Exclusive Online E-Learning Portal

All candidates enrolled in our training and refresher courses gain automatic access to our exclusive Online E-Learning Portal. This comprehensive resource features purpose-built workbooks and video guides, created by our expert trainers and tailored specifically to your needs. Whether you’re preparing for your course or revisiting skills afterward, our portal ensures you have the tools and knowledge to excel.

Comprehensive Training with Ongoing Support

Each course includes full access to our E-Learning portal, a valuable resource designed to support you before, during, and after your practical training. The portal provides:

Workbooks and Guides

Easy-to-follow workbooks and guides to support and reinforce your learning at your own pace.

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Video Tutorials

Step-by-step video instructions covering key skills and techniques you’ll need on the job.

Links and Resources

Access to curated links, industry insights, and resources for continuous learning.

Post Training Access

Revisit after you qualify to consolidate your new skills.

Enquire About This Course

Group Bookings Available

You can book a training course as part of a group or corporate team. Email us direct for more information