All ticketsNPTC/City & Guilds · CS41
Aerial Tree Rigging
CS41
Rig and lower sections aloft using rigging systems.
155
Flashcards
50
Questions
8
Modules
Who it's for
Climbers progressing from aerial chainsaw work into dismantling trees in sections using rigging.
Prerequisites
- CS30
- CS38
- CS39
Typical duration
3–5 days training + assessment.
Typical cost (UK)
£650–£950 typical.
Assessment
Practical aerial rigging of nominated sections — anchor selection, lowering device choice, communication with the ground team, and managing load forces.
Validity
No formal expiry. Refresher every 5 years strongly expected for active rigging operators.
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Build on the foundation
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Kit you'll need
- CS38/CS39 climbing and saw kit
- Rigging lines, slings and lowering device per provider spec
- Bollard or Port-a-Wrap and friction management hardware
What it covers
- Anchor selection for rigging loads
- Lowering device set-up and operation
- Calculating and managing shock loads
- Climber-to-groundie communication
Cost and duration are typical UK provider ranges, not quotes. Always confirm with your training centre.