All ticketsNPTC/City & Guilds · CS38
Climbing & Aerial Rescue
CS38
Climb a tree and perform an aerial rescue.
173
Flashcards
62
Questions
12
Modules
Who it's for
Climbers entering the tree on rope and harness.
Prerequisites
- No formal chainsaw pre-req, but CS30 is needed before adding CS39.
Typical duration
5 days training + assessment is common.
Typical cost (UK)
£800–£1,200 typical.
Assessment
Practical climb, work positioning, and timed aerial rescue of a casualty.
Validity
No formal expiry. Refresher every 5 years strongly expected for active climbers.
Ticket journey
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Kit you'll need
- Harness with logbook, in-date inspection
- Climbing rope, lanyard, hitch cord
- Helmet with chinstrap, gloves, boots
- Rescue kit per provider spec
What it covers
- Anchor selection and load sharing
- MRT and SRT systems
- Work positioning
- Aerial rescue under time pressure
Cost and duration are typical UK provider ranges, not quotes. Always confirm with your training centre.