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TECHNICAL AWARDS > Forestry & Arb > Ground-based arboriculture

This heading describes a range of machinery used in arboriculture and associated industries.

  •  Woodchippers
  •  Stump grinders
  •  Shredders
  •  Firewood processors

In these courses you will learn:

  • Regulations and industry best practice
  • How to protect yourself
  • Preparation, operator maintenance and pre-work checks
  • Safe, effective operation
  • Emergency procedures


The Lantra Awards courses for Woodchippers and Stump grinders were revised in 2005, with new workbooks written to address the growing range of machines currently available and the Industry Best Practice in using them.

Shredders and Firewood processors courses are currently in development, and are expected to be available by summer 2007.

Click on the links below to see detailed information about each individual course.

 

 

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Stumpgrinder Portfolio Sheet CLMC36X

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Woodchipper Portfolio Sheet CLMC35X

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