Lantra-Accredited Training on the Isle of Man
Chainsaw, MEWP, woodchipper, tree inspection and first aid courses for the Isle of Man's outdoor workforce, delivered by Lantra instructors.
Our Courses
Industry-recognised qualifications delivered on the Isle of Man by a registered Lantra instructor.
1-Day Emergency First Aid at Work +F
Learn the core life-saving skills of emergency first aid, enhanced for high-risk outdoor settings where help may be far away. Perfect for outdoor professionals needing to manage severe trauma, environmental hazards, and Forestry Commission-compliant (+F) safety standards.
- Managing an emergency in remote, rural, or outdoor settings
- CPR and AED use (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Catastrophic bleeding control (including tourniquets and haemostatic dressings)
- Crush injuries and major trauma from outdoor machinery and tools
- Treating shock, hypothermia, and extreme weather exposure
- Lantra certificate on completion
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2-Day Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-Cutting
Master the fundamentals of chainsaw safety, maintenance, and cross-cutting techniques. This course provides the essential skills and certification needed to safely operate a chainsaw for log processing and basic woodland tasks.
- Chainsaw safety and PPE requirements
- Chainsaw maintenance and pre-use checks
- Cross-cutting techniques on supported and unsupported timber
- Risk assessment and safe working practices
- Lantra certificate and skills card on completion; a Lantra Awards route is available for professional users
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5-Day Chainsaw Maintenance and Felling Small Trees
The complete chainsaw operator course covering maintenance, cross-cutting, felling, and processing of trees up to 380mm. This comprehensive programme is designed for those pursuing professional careers in arboriculture and forestry. Five days of training, with an optional extra day of assessment for the Lantra Awards qualification.
- Complete chainsaw maintenance and safety
- Cross-cutting on all timber positions
- Felling and processing trees up to 380mm diameter
- Dealing with hung-up trees
- Advanced felling techniques and site management
- Optional 1-day independent assessment for the Lantra Awards qualification
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1-Day MEWP Refresher
A one-day refresher course for operators who already hold MEWP experience and need to renew or update their certification. Ideal for those returning to work after a break or whose qualification is due for renewal.
- MEWP safety and hazard awareness refresher
- Pre-use checks and machine familiarisation
- Safe operating techniques in varied conditions
- Emergency procedures and rescue planning
- Updated legislation and best practice
- Lantra certificate on completion
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2-Day MEWP for Novice Operators
A comprehensive two-day course for operators who are completely new to Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs). Covers everything from basic safety and controls through to confident, competent operation in real working environments.
- MEWP types, components, and safe working limits
- PPE requirements and pre-use inspection
- Ground controls, platform controls, and manoeuvring
- Working at height hazards and risk assessment
- Emergency descent and rescue procedures
- Practical operating exercises
- Lantra certificate on completion
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1-Day Woodchipper Maintenance & Operation
Gain the knowledge and practical skills to safely operate and maintain a woodchipper. Essential certification for anyone using woodchipping equipment in professional or estate management settings.
- Woodchipper safety and hazard awareness
- Machine maintenance and pre-use checks
- Correct feeding techniques
- Blockage clearance procedures
- Risk assessment and site safety
- Lantra certificate on completion
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1-Day Basic Tree Inspection
Learn to identify common tree defects, assess risk, and carry out basic tree inspections. Perfect for those with duty-of-care responsibilities for trees on managed land and public spaces.
- Tree biology fundamentals relevant to inspection
- Identifying common defects and decay indicators
- Basic risk assessment methodology
- Recording and reporting tree conditions
- Understanding when to call in a specialist
- Lantra certificate on completion
Price
Private group and in-house bookings are quoted separately. Get in touch to discuss what your team needs.
Your Training Journey
Build your skills step by step — from your first chainsaw course to full professional certification.
1-Day
MEWP refresher, first aid, inspection, or woodchipper
2-Day
MEWP novice or chainsaw cross-cutting
5-Day
Maintenance & felling small trees to 380mm
Training in Action
Hands-on learning in real woodland environments across the Isle of Man.
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