Equipment List For
Using A Chainsaw From A Rope & Harness

  • Chainsaw complying with Pre-course handout.
  • Rope and Harness (harness should be work positioned type suitable for tree work, with ‘CE’ mark, have front pelvic attachment with leg loops and side attachments) If over 6 month old must have a current LOLER certificate
  • Minimum of 4 Karabiners, 
  • Lanyard 
  • Safety equipment, to include footwear and all round leg and groin protection 
  • All equipment must either be new or if older than 6 months be checked under LOLER regulations. 
  • Hand Saw Hand saw for working in tree.
  • Lightweight chainsaw.
  • Fuel & Oil for the Chainsaw

Please note any equipment over 6 month old must have a current LOLER certificate.