Course Calendar
UPCOMING EVENTS
Dormouse Presentation & Fieldwalk
This course is designed to raise awareness of the Dormouse when undertaking forestry operations.
There will be a small classroom-based presentation & then you will be taken on a field walk looking at some of the challenges the sector faces when managing woodland in the presence of Dormice.
Dormouse Presentation & Fieldwalk
This course is designed to raise awareness of the Dormouse when undertaking forestry operations.
There will be a small classroom-based presentation & then you will be taken on a field walk looking at some of the challenges the sector faces when managing woodland in the presence of Dormice.
Dormouse Presentation & Fieldwalk
This course is designed to raise awareness of the Dormouse when undertaking forestry operations.
There will be a small classroom-based presentation & then you will be taken on a field walk looking at some of the challenges the sector faces when managing woodland in the presence of Dormice.
Introduction to Priority Habitat Identification in relation to Tree Planting
Lead by expert ecologists Grace Crabb & Dr Joe Hope the day will provide an introduction to the Identification of the 4 main priority habitats that can be found on potential sites for new woodland creation.
Species Diversity for Managers & Supervisors
The aim of the event is to provide participants with the fundamental knowledge required to achieve the objective of increasing the diversity of tree species in managed woodlands, in accordance with UK best practise. Using site-based examples.
Planting and Establishment for Managers & Supervisors
The aim of the event is to provide participants with the fundamental knowledge required to carry out planting operations from site planning, through ground preparation to successful establishment, in accordance with UK best practise. Using site-based examples..
Thinning for Managers & Supervisors
The aim of the event is to provide participants with the fundamental knowledge required to understand why thinning of woodlands is good practise and how to thin, in accordance with UK best practise. Using site-based examples.
Protected Birds and Forestry Operations - FULLY BOOKED!
The course aims to provide a baseline for breeding bird surveys and checks on forestry sites and in particular birds specially protected under Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act.
Protected Birds and Forestry Operations
The course aims to provide a baseline for breeding bird surveys and checks on forestry sites and in particular birds specially protected under Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness
Overview
The FWM, or Forestry Works Manager, is the person or organisation who commissions the work on a forestry site.
In 2022, FISA (Forest Industry Safety Accord) stopped delivering FWM awareness training themselves, instead this is now organised and delivered by specialist training providers.
This one day course is designed for Forestry Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
This course is suitable as a Refresher for those who have previously undertaken FISA FWM Training.
Objectives
Understanding the role of the Forestry Works Manager
Oversight of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the legal Responsibilities of an FWM
Understanding Hazards, Risks and Controls
Commissioning competent contractors, planning and managing the work
Supervision of health, safety and welfare and environmental standards on a worksite.
Promotion of a “safety first” culture; incident, accident and near miss
This is a training only course, supported by FISA, designed by mwmac Ltd.
Instructor
Iwan Lloyd-Williams MICFor
Iwan is a distinguished Chartered Forester with over two decades of experience in the forestry and timber industries. As the proprietor of Iwan Meirion Consultancy, he provides comprehensive services in forest management, timber sales, and safety consultancy, offering his expertise for projects across the UK.
His extensive background includes significant leadership roles, such as Director at DSHWOOD UK Limited, and Head of Timber Purchasing at Clifford Jones Timber Group.
Iwan's career is marked by his tenure at UPM Tilhill, where he served as Regional Harvesting Manager, demonstrating his deep-rooted expertise in harvesting operations and forest management.
Beyond his professional commitments, Iwan is a dedicated volunteer, contributing significantly to the forestry sector through various roles. He serves as Chair of Confor’s Wales Committee, Assistant Honorary Director of Forestry at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, and a member of Natural Resources Wales' Regional Advisory Committee. His advocacy efforts have been instrumental in securing substantial funding for woodland creation in Wales and improving public sector forest management.
Additionally, Iwan is a trustee for the DPJ Foundation, supporting mental health initiatives in rural Wales. Iwan is also Chair of the WalesYFC Finance and Management Committee and is leading the current changes to the governance of the federation. His leadership and dedication to both his profession and community underscore his impact and commitment to the forestry sector and beyond.
Who should attend?
Existing Forestry Works Managers
Site Supervisors
Team Leaders
Managers within Forestry
Forestry contractors wishing to understand their responsibilities on site
Cost (booking fee)
£195.00+VAT per person
Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Point of contact
If you have any issues booking this event please contact - info@focusonforestryfirst.co.uk
If you are having trouble paying using your credit or Debit Card, please see our Quick Guide.
Other Information
Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.
You will receive a certification of attendance as well as an accredited certification for this course from Lantra.
Lantra registration and postage of the certificate is included in the price. You will need to provide further details such as postal address and date of birth to the Instructor on the day of the course for your Lantra Registration.
Additional information regarding this will be provided during the course.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - FULLY BOOKED
Overview
The FWM, or Forestry Works Manager, is the person or organisation who commissions the work on a forestry site.
In 2022, FISA (Forest Industry Safety Accord) stopped delivering FWM awareness training themselves, instead this is now organised and delivered by specialist training providers.
This one day course is designed for Forestry Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
This course is suitable as a Refresher for those who have previously undertaken FISA FWM Training.
Objectives
Understanding the role of the Forestry Works Manager
Oversight of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the legal Responsibilities of an FWM
Understanding Hazards, Risks and Controls
Commissioning competent contractors, planning and managing the work
Supervision of health, safety and welfare and environmental standards on a worksite.
Promotion of a “safety first” culture; incident, accident and near miss
This is a training only course, supported by FISA, designed by mwmac Ltd.
Instructor
Iwan Lloyd-Williams MICFor
Iwan is a distinguished Chartered Forester with over two decades of experience in the forestry and timber industries. As the proprietor of Iwan Meirion Consultancy, he provides comprehensive services in forest management, timber sales, and safety consultancy, offering his expertise for projects across the UK.
His extensive background includes significant leadership roles, such as Director at DSHWOOD UK Limited, and Head of Timber Purchasing at Clifford Jones Timber Group.
Iwan's career is marked by his tenure at UPM Tilhill, where he served as Regional Harvesting Manager, demonstrating his deep-rooted expertise in harvesting operations and forest management.
Beyond his professional commitments, Iwan is a dedicated volunteer, contributing significantly to the forestry sector through various roles. He serves as Chair of Confor’s Wales Committee, Assistant Honorary Director of Forestry at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, and a member of Natural Resources Wales' Regional Advisory Committee. His advocacy efforts have been instrumental in securing substantial funding for woodland creation in Wales and improving public sector forest management.
Additionally, Iwan is a trustee for the DPJ Foundation, supporting mental health initiatives in rural Wales. Iwan is also Chair of the WalesYFC Finance and Management Committee and is leading the current changes to the governance of the federation. His leadership and dedication to both his profession and community underscore his impact and commitment to the forestry sector and beyond.
Who should attend?
Existing Forestry Works Managers
Site Supervisors
Team Leaders
Managers within Forestry
Forestry contractors wishing to understand their responsibilities on site
Cost (booking fee)
£195.00+VAT per person
Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Point of contact
If you have any issues booking this event please contact - info@focusonforestryfirst.co.uk
If you are having trouble paying using your credit or Debit Card, please see our Quick Guide.
Other Information
Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.
You will receive a certification of attendance as well as an accredited certification for this course from Lantra.
Lantra registration and postage of the certificate is included in the price. You will need to provide further details such as postal address and date of birth to the Instructor on the day of the course for your Lantra Registration.
Additional information regarding this will be provided during the course.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - 2 PLACES LEFT!
Overview
The FWM, or Forestry Works Manager, is the person or organisation who commissions the work on a forestry site.
In 2022, FISA (Forest Industry Safety Accord) stopped delivering FWM awareness training themselves, instead this is now organised and delivered by specialist training providers.
This one day course is designed for Forestry Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
This course is suitable as a Refresher for those who have previously undertaken FISA FWM Training.
Objectives
Understanding the role of the Forestry Works Manager
Oversight of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the legal Responsibilities of an FWM
Understanding Hazards, Risks and Controls
Commissioning competent contractors, planning and managing the work
Supervision of health, safety and welfare and environmental standards on a worksite.
Promotion of a “safety first” culture; incident, accident and near miss
This is a training only course, supported by FISA, designed by mwmac Ltd.
Instructor
Iwan Lloyd-Williams MICFor
Iwan is a distinguished Chartered Forester with over two decades of experience in the forestry and timber industries. As the proprietor of Iwan Meirion Consultancy, he provides comprehensive services in forest management, timber sales, and safety consultancy, offering his expertise for projects across the UK.
His extensive background includes significant leadership roles, such as Director at DSHWOOD UK Limited, and Head of Timber Purchasing at Clifford Jones Timber Group.
Iwan's career is marked by his tenure at UPM Tilhill, where he served as Regional Harvesting Manager, demonstrating his deep-rooted expertise in harvesting operations and forest management.
Beyond his professional commitments, Iwan is a dedicated volunteer, contributing significantly to the forestry sector through various roles. He serves as Chair of Confor’s Wales Committee, Assistant Honorary Director of Forestry at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, and a member of Natural Resources Wales' Regional Advisory Committee. His advocacy efforts have been instrumental in securing substantial funding for woodland creation in Wales and improving public sector forest management.
Additionally, Iwan is a trustee for the DPJ Foundation, supporting mental health initiatives in rural Wales. Iwan is also Chair of the WalesYFC Finance and Management Committee and is leading the current changes to the governance of the federation. His leadership and dedication to both his profession and community underscore his impact and commitment to the forestry sector and beyond.
Who should attend?
Existing Forestry Works Managers
Site Supervisors
Team Leaders
Managers within Forestry
Forestry contractors wishing to understand their responsibilities on site
Cost (booking fee)
£195.00+VAT per person
Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Point of contact
If you have any issues booking this event please contact - info@focusonforestryfirst.co.uk
If you are having trouble paying using your credit or Debit Card, please see our Quick Guide.
Other Information
Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.
You will receive a certification of attendance as well as an accredited certification for this course from Lantra.
Lantra registration and postage of the certificate is included in the price. You will need to provide further details such as postal address and date of birth to the Instructor on the day of the course for your Lantra Registration.
Additional information regarding this will be provided during the course.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - 3 PLACES LEFT!
Overview
The FWM, or Forestry Works Manager, is the person or organisation who commissions the work on a forestry site.
In 2022, FISA (Forest Industry Safety Accord) stopped delivering FWM awareness training themselves, instead this is now organised and delivered by specialist training providers.
This one day course is designed for Forestry Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
This course is suitable as a Refresher for those who have previously undertaken FISA FWM Training.
Objectives
Understanding the role of the Forestry Works Manager
Oversight of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the legal Responsibilities of an FWM
Understanding Hazards, Risks and Controls
Commissioning competent contractors, planning and managing the work
Supervision of health, safety and welfare and environmental standards on a worksite.
Promotion of a “safety first” culture; incident, accident and near miss
This is a training only course, supported by FISA, designed by mwmac Ltd.
Instructor
Iwan Lloyd-Williams MICFor
Iwan is a distinguished Chartered Forester with over two decades of experience in the forestry and timber industries. As the proprietor of Iwan Meirion Consultancy, he provides comprehensive services in forest management, timber sales, and safety consultancy, offering his expertise for projects across the UK.
His extensive background includes significant leadership roles, such as Director at DSHWOOD UK Limited, and Head of Timber Purchasing at Clifford Jones Timber Group.
Iwan's career is marked by his tenure at UPM Tilhill, where he served as Regional Harvesting Manager, demonstrating his deep-rooted expertise in harvesting operations and forest management.
Beyond his professional commitments, Iwan is a dedicated volunteer, contributing significantly to the forestry sector through various roles. He serves as Chair of Confor’s Wales Committee, Assistant Honorary Director of Forestry at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, and a member of Natural Resources Wales' Regional Advisory Committee. His advocacy efforts have been instrumental in securing substantial funding for woodland creation in Wales and improving public sector forest management.
Additionally, Iwan is a trustee for the DPJ Foundation, supporting mental health initiatives in rural Wales. Iwan is also Chair of the WalesYFC Finance and Management Committee and is leading the current changes to the governance of the federation. His leadership and dedication to both his profession and community underscore his impact and commitment to the forestry sector and beyond.
Who should attend?
Existing Forestry Works Managers
Site Supervisors
Team Leaders
Managers within Forestry
Forestry contractors wishing to understand their responsibilities on site
Cost (booking fee)
£195.00+VAT per person
Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Point of contact
If you have any issues booking this event please contact - info@focusonforestryfirst.co.uk
If you are having trouble paying using your credit or Debit Card, please see our Quick Guide.
Other Information
Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.
You will receive a certification of attendance as well as an accredited certification for this course from Lantra.
Lantra registration and postage of the certificate is included in the price. You will need to provide further details such as postal address and date of birth to the Instructor on the day of the course for your Lantra Registration.
Additional information regarding this will be provided during the course.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - FULLY BOOKED!
Overview
The FWM, or Forestry Works Manager, is the person or organisation who commissions the work on a forestry site.
In 2022, FISA (Forest Industry Safety Accord) stopped delivering FWM awareness training themselves, instead this is now organised and delivered by specialist training providers.
This one day course is designed for Forestry Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
This course is suitable as a Refresher for those who have previously undertaken FISA FWM Training.
Objectives
Understanding the role of the Forestry Works Manager
Oversight of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the legal Responsibilities of an FWM
Understanding Hazards, Risks and Controls
Commissioning competent contractors, planning and managing the work
Supervision of health, safety and welfare and environmental standards on a worksite.
Promotion of a “safety first” culture; incident, accident and near miss
This is a training only course, supported by FISA, designed by mwmac Ltd.
Instructor
Iwan Lloyd-Williams MICFor
Iwan is a distinguished Chartered Forester with over two decades of experience in the forestry and timber industries. As the proprietor of Iwan Meirion Consultancy, he provides comprehensive services in forest management, timber sales, and safety consultancy, offering his expertise for projects across the UK.
His extensive background includes significant leadership roles, such as Director at DSHWOOD UK Limited, and Head of Timber Purchasing at Clifford Jones Timber Group.
Iwan's career is marked by his tenure at UPM Tilhill, where he served as Regional Harvesting Manager, demonstrating his deep-rooted expertise in harvesting operations and forest management.
Beyond his professional commitments, Iwan is a dedicated volunteer, contributing significantly to the forestry sector through various roles. He serves as Chair of Confor’s Wales Committee, Assistant Honorary Director of Forestry at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, and a member of Natural Resources Wales' Regional Advisory Committee. His advocacy efforts have been instrumental in securing substantial funding for woodland creation in Wales and improving public sector forest management.
Additionally, Iwan is a trustee for the DPJ Foundation, supporting mental health initiatives in rural Wales. Iwan is also Chair of the WalesYFC Finance and Management Committee and is leading the current changes to the governance of the federation. His leadership and dedication to both his profession and community underscore his impact and commitment to the forestry sector and beyond.
Who should attend?
Existing Forestry Works Managers
Site Supervisors
Team Leaders
Managers within Forestry
Forestry contractors wishing to understand their responsibilities on site
Cost (booking fee)
£195.00+VAT per person
Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Point of contact
If you have any issues booking this event please contact - info@focusonforestryfirst.co.uk
If you are having trouble paying using your credit or Debit Card, please see our Quick Guide.
Other Information
Refreshments will be provided, but please bring your own packed lunch..
You will receive a certification of attendance as well as an accredited certification for this course from Lantra.
Lantra registration and postage of the certificate is included in the price. You will need to provide further details such as postal address and date of birth to the Instructor on the day of the course for your Lantra Registration.
Additional information regarding this will be provided during the course.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - FULLY BOOKED!
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - FULLY BOOKED!
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
FISA: Electrical and Utility Awareness
Overhead, surface based and buried services are a significant worksite hazard and constraint across many forestry work types and work phases:
Planning , Mobilisation, During operations , Servicing, maintenance, material, and equipment supply , Wood product onsite processing works , Timber haulage .
The attendance event has been created to raise awareness of the key issues, outline industry standards in reference to the principal roles and responsibilities.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - FULLY BOOKED!
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
FISA: Electrical and Utility Awareness
Overhead, surface based and buried services are a significant worksite hazard and constraint across many forestry work types and work phases:
Planning , Mobilisation, During operations , Servicing, maintenance, material, and equipment supply , Wood product onsite processing works , Timber haulage .
The attendance event has been created to raise awareness of the key issues, outline industry standards in reference to the principal roles and responsibilities.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - FULLY BOOKED!
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness - FULLY BOOKED!
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Instructional Techniques
This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in instructing courses which combine practical and classroom skills.
This course will also enable you to deliver Lantra Awards Courses.
Benefits
On completion of this 4-day programme, participants will be able to;
Plan and structure a practical skills training session
Deliver training sessions with improved confidence
Manage learner practice time
Adopt a style that requires learners to think and participate
Develop questioning skills and error correction techniques
Appreciate the different styles of learning, and design training sessions that engage all styles
Use group facilitation skills to arouse and maintain interest of learners
Evaluate their own and Trainee’s performance and give constructive feedback
Use skills to influence a challenging audience
Contents
On completion of this 4-day programme, participants will be able to;
Planning the content; writing training objectives, analysing skills and preparing instruction plans
Delivering training – preparation and practice leading to a more confident performance
Managing Learner practice time; organisation and motivation of learners to ensure they get the maximum benefit from the session
Engagement; the use of questions to involve learners
Error correction; using learners errors to maximise the learning
Learning Styles; self evaluation, and appreciation of other styles
Creating and using visual aids for impact
Dealing with the difficult candidate
Facilitating in a classroom environment
Comparing own results to objectives
Encouraging self – assessment
Candidates will be assessed by observation only and need to achieve a pass standard to meet one of the requirements of becoming a Lantra Awards Instructor. Note: there is no written examination or assignments to complete.
Who should attend?
We are targeting experienced forest supervisors and managers who are eager to enhance their instructional abilities and are considering becoming sector trainers.
Given the industry's shortage of skilled management trainers, we recognise the importance of nurturing talent in this area. Therefore, we're looking for candidates who not only have a passion for forestry but also understand the need for more training for managers and wish to pass on their expertise.
In light of this, we're willing to support promising candidates with a reduction in course costs, fostering their development as future trainers in forest management skills.
Instructor
Janis Threlkeld - Atlast! Training.
Janis comes from an agricultural background, and has extensive training experience within the training and personal development department of a major high street bank.
She also founded and ran successful Training Company based in the Retail Sector which is still going strong under new management.
Her managerial responsibilities included identifying the training and development needs for all levels of staff. Janis had responsibility for the co-ordination, and management of the trainers within the business. She also worked with customers designing and delivering courses and development programmes.
Her career has gained her extensive knowledge of Training the Trainer, Customer Service, Leadership and Management, Change Management, Group Leading, Facilitating, Coaching, ‘Train the Trainer’, Project Management and Communication Skills Training.
She now works designing and delivering courses for a wide-ranging customer base including Atlast! and LANTRA.
Her vibrant personality and enthusiastic and energetic style is infectious to her audiences and ensures that effective learning is transferred back to the workplace.
Recently satisfied customers include LANTRA, TESCO, CLAAS, DEFRA, Waitrose, XL VETS, Vet Partners and Nurture Group.
Point of contact
If you have any issues booking this event please contact - info@focusonforestryfirst.co.uk
Booking Fee
£650+VAT
Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Other Information
Refreshments will be provided, but please bring you own packed lunch.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness for Contractors - FULLY BOOKED!
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Soils Basics for Foresters
This May, expand your knowledge of soil at a one-day workshop run by Andy Moffat and Focus on Forestry First.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness for Contractors - FULLY BOOKED!
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness for Contractors - FULLY BOOKED!
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Amphibians and Woodlands (with special reference to Great Crested Newts) - FULLY BOOKED!
This course is designed to raise awareness of amphibians in woodland ponds, with special reference to Great Crested Newts.
Delegates should come away with a better understanding of species ecology; understand how they may potentially be using woodland and be able to identify basic field signs and habitats that indicate their doing so.
Adder Habitat Awareness
Introducing an exclusive 1-Day Course in Adder ecology and habitat awareness.
Join Nigel Hand, pioneer in wildlife conservation, for a specialised training course tailored for landowners and site managers.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness for Contractors
Overview
The FWM, or Forestry Works Manager, is the person or organisation who commissions the work on a forestry site.
In 2022, FISA (Forest Industry Safety Accord) stopped delivering FWM awareness training themselves, instead this is now organised and delivered by specialist training providers.
This one day course is designed for Forestry Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
This course is suitable as a Refresher for those who have previously undertaken FISA FWM Training.
Objectives
Understanding the role of the Forestry Works Manager
Oversight of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the legal Responsibilities of an FWM
Understanding Hazards, Risks and Controls
Commissioning competent contractors, planning and managing the work
Supervision of health, safety and welfare and environmental standards on a worksite.
Promotion of a “safety first” culture; incident, accident and near miss
This is a training only course, supported by FISA, designed by mwmac Ltd.
Instructor
Victoria Laurie
Who should attend?
Open to all.
Cost (booking fee)
£150.00 per person
Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Point of contact
If you have any issues booking this event please contact - info@focusonforestryfirst.co.uk
Other Information
Refreshments will be provided, but please bring your own packed lunch.
You will receive a certification of attendance, and there is also the option to receive accredited certification for this course from Lantra.
There is an additional charge of £30+VAT for Lantra registration and postage of the certificate .
If you would like to receive the Lantra certification, please email us after booking to provide us with your full name, postal address, email address and date of birth. We will then invoice you for the cost of the certification.
Additional information regarding this will be provided during the course.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness for Contractors
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Forestry Works Manager Awareness for Contractors
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Soils Basics for Foresters
This March, expand your knowledge of soil at a one-day workshop run by Andy Moffat and Focus on Forestry First.
Soils Basics for Foresters
This March, expand your knowledge of soil at a one-day workshop run by Andy Moffat and Focus on Forestry First.
Forest Works Manager Awareness for Contractors
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
This one day course is designed for Forest Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forest Works Manager.
Otter & Pine Marten Presentation & Fieldwalk
This course is designed to raise awareness of Otters and Pine Martens when undertaking forestry operations.
There will be a small classroom-based presentation & then you will be taken on a field walk looking at some of the challenges the sector faces when managing woodland in the presence of Otters and Pine Martens.
Continuous Cover Forestry
The course will provide a basic introduction to the principles of continuous cover forestry (CCF) and of the application of those principles, from first thinning to selective felling and to structural development. After lunch, attendees will visit Bryn Arau Duon to illustrate the points covered that morning.
The Institute of Chartered Foresters - Soils Basics for Foresters (23M-ICFSBF)
This March, expand your knowledge of soil at a one-day workshop run jointly between the Institute of Chartered Foresters and Focus on Forestry First.
The Institute of Chartered Foresters - Engaging with Stakeholders (10FEB-ICFES)
We are delighted to be working alongside the Institute of Chartered Foresters to bring members in Wales this workshop on communication and engagement.
This in-person workshop is designed for rural land managers and landowners who are willing to explore different approaches to consultation and engagement, specifically in relation to new planting and woodland creation projects.