Categories - 8 wheeled base units.
Tracked Unit

Forwarder handling (Cab/Bunk)

Timber Forwarder Training Course Aim:

To assess the candidates knowledge and skills to the item of machinery.

Timber Forwarders Course Content:

Timber Forwarders Introduction
Safety awareness
Pre use inspection
Hydraulic inspection
Maintenance
Computer system

A range of practical Timber Forwarders assessments covering the various types of forest machines (Timber Forwarder, Timber Harvester, Valmet, Timberjack, Silvatec, Ponsse, Lako etc.) for candidates who wish to be identified as a competent operator and promote
a professional image.

The Timber Forwarder assessment requires a practical demonstration of the candidate's competence
on the base category and operation being taken.

The skills to be assessed will cover safety features, PPE, good operating practice,
underpinning knowledge and understanding will be assessed orally.

Timber Forwarder Training Course - Ireland

Duration: 1 Day Assessment

Certification: On successful completion candidates will be awarded with
CITY and GUILDS NPTC level 2 certificate of competence

Timber Forwarder Training Prerequisites:

• 6 months operational operational experience
• One Passport Photograph
• PPE(personal protective equipment), i.e. Hard Hat, High Visibility Vest, Steel
• Toe Capped Boots, Gloves.