Which Chainsaw Course Do I Need?

It’s one of the questions we get asked most. Chainsaw training is split into stages, and where you start depends on what you’ll be cutting and how much experience you already have. Here’s a quick guide.

Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting

This is where everyone starts. You’ll learn how to safely start, run and look after a chainsaw, along with cross-cutting timber that’s already on the ground. It’s the foundation for every other chainsaw course.

Fell and Process Small Trees

Once you’ve got the basics, this is the next step. It covers felling smaller trees, taking off the branches and cutting them into manageable lengths. Ideal for anyone doing estate work, hedging or general land management.

Fell and Process Medium and Large Trees

For bigger trees, the techniques get more involved and the risks go up. These courses build on what you’ve already learned and are aimed at people working in forestry or arboriculture day to day.

What if I’ve used a chainsaw for years?

Experience counts, and we’ll always take it into account. Depending on what you’ve done before, you may be able to go straight to assessment rather than doing the full training. Just give us a ring and we’ll talk it through.

Already qualified?

We offer refreshers on all our courses, so you can keep your skills sharp and your certificate up to date.

Still not sure which course is right for you? Call us on 01482 530107 or email info@scjtraining.co.uk and we’ll point you in the right direction.