Hi there, newbie from the UK

[Omniata]

Just a quick note to say Hi!!


I'm based in the UK and have a bit of experience with tree work, nothing like you guys in the US, the trees over here aren't that big or enough of them anymore

I aquired a Stihl 056av recently and got the support I needed getting manuals for my first post, although this should have been I suppose


I was made redundant from an office job last week, now seeking any work I can, including tree work... I like getting outdoors and doing something

 

[Tree Pig]

Welcome aboard mate.

 

[tree MDS]

Yo S&M, we gonna give this guy a propper welcome right off too?? Wheres the dan?? lol.

 

[Bermie]

Just a quick note to say Hi!!


I'm based in the UK and have a bit of experience with tree work, nothing like you guys in the US, the trees over here aren't that big or enough of them anymore

I aquired a Stihl 056av recently and got the support I needed getting manuals for my first post, although this should have been I suppose


I was made redundant from an office job last week, now seeking any work I can, including tree work... I like getting outdoors and doing something

Sure you got enough trees over there!!!

If you like the biz, there are LOADS of colleges and private training providers that have everything from three and five day courses to get you trained in the basics to three months to two years for more advanced stuff.

Just look for and Lantra and/or NPTC training providers and you'll come up with stacks of information.

In the meantime search for some reputable companies and try and get a few taster days with them.
If you go work for someone make sure they have NPTC/City & Guilds chainsaw qualifications for all their staff...some companies will even offer to put you through the training if you show potential.

Welcome to the wonderful world of trees...

 

[Tree Pig]

Yo S&M, we gonna give this guy a propper welcome right off too?? Wheres the dan?? lol.

Hey MDS careful your in driving distance, not to mention I have 2 friends who are Troopers from your local barracks

 

[tree MDS]

Hey MDS careful your in driving distance, not to mention I have 2 friends who are Troopers from your local barracks

I hear ya. I just couldnt resist. :hmm3grin2orange:

 

[outofmytree]

Hey MDS careful your in driving distance, not to mention I have 2 friends who are Troopers from your local barracks

So does that mean they would need a larger bucket to be buddies with tree MDS?? Sorry I don't know how this works so I thought I would ask an experienced hand.:monkey:

 

[outofmytree]

Just a quick note to say Hi!!


I'm based in the UK and have a bit of experience with tree work, nothing like you guys in the US, the trees over here aren't that big or enough of them anymore

I aquired a Stihl 056av recently and got the support I needed getting manuals for my first post, although this should have been I suppose


I was made redundant from an office job last week, now seeking any work I can, including tree work... I like getting outdoors and doing something

And welcome to the house of fun Omni. Just don't let SoM talk you into sharing a bucket.......

 

[Omniata]

Cheers, I think


Well as my luck would have it went to make arrangements to collect the saw I thought was mine and the bloomin idiot had sold it to someone else that was offering more money

Oh well, looking to get a Stihl MS290 or similar that'll go up to 24" if not 36"...

Any recommendations for things I should, or shouldn't go for???

 

[tree MDS]

Cheers, I think


Well as my luck would have it went to make arrangements to collect the saw I thought was mine and the bloomin idiot had sold it to someone else that was offering more money

Oh well, looking to get a Stihl MS290 or similar that'll go up to 24" if not 36"...

Any recommendations for things I should, or shouldn't go for???

Go for a husky, they play on our team.

I do like the 200T though.

 

[outofmytree]

Cheers, I think


Well as my luck would have it went to make arrangements to collect the saw I thought was mine and the bloomin idiot had sold it to someone else that was offering more money

Oh well, looking to get a Stihl MS290 or similar that'll go up to 24" if not 36"...

Any recommendations for things I should, or shouldn't go for???

Scroll up and read Bermies post. This question gets asked a lot and the answer you will get from most pros is go learn some stuff. If you need a job the best idea would be to go learn and get paid at the same time. Just make sure you take on some proper training as well so you don't just learn someone elses bad habits.

 

[Tree Pig]

I hear ya. I just couldnt resist. :hmm3grin2orange:

lol

 

[Tree Pig]

So does that mean they would need a larger bucket to be buddies with tree MDS?? Sorry I don't know how this works so I thought I would ask an experienced hand.:monkey:

Suuuuuuuuuureeee you dont OoMT sure. I heard about you Aussies. Outback has a whole other meaning for you I hear.

 

[tree MDS]

Suuuuuuuuuureeee you dont OoMT sure. I heard about you Aussies. Outback has a whole other meaning for you I hear.

LOL! pretty good one

 

[Bermie]

Cheers, I think


Well as my luck would have it went to make arrangements to collect the saw I thought was mine and the bloomin idiot had sold it to someone else that was offering more money

Oh well, looking to get a Stihl MS290 or similar that'll go up to 24" if not 36"...

Any recommendations for things I should, or shouldn't go for???

Ok, if you are going to do some work on your own, you have serious issues with the HSE (Health and Safety Executive) over there...you really should do the basic maintenance and operation course (CS30) and then the basic felling course (CS31) and get your NPTC tickets...that will satisfy the requirements to be trained and certified and will also allow you to purchase proper insurance.

The basic course will be two or three days, and the felling another three days or you can do a combo in five days (pretty intense) and run you anywhere from 200 - 500 pounds approximately including your assessments depending where you do it.

If you do work for hire and have an incident, if you do not have your NPTC tickets or insurance you'll be in for a world of hurt.

Starting out working on the ground a 260pro with a 16 - 18" bar will see you right, and then you can move up from there. An MS 290 will run an 18 fine, maybe a 20...but you don't NEED that size to start with...especially if you will do some training the CS30/31 is done with a max bar length of 15/16".

Cool...

 

[Tree Pig]

Cheers, I think


Well as my luck would have it went to make arrangements to collect the saw I thought was mine and the bloomin idiot had sold it to someone else that was offering more money

Oh well, looking to get a Stihl MS290 or similar that'll go up to 24" if not 36"...

Any recommendations for things I should, or shouldn't go for???

If you want to run the big chains maybe a ms390 for less expensive saw, but its a homeowner saw , a 361 or 441 would be a better choice 361 runs 20 well, 24 if it has to but wouldnt do it all the time. 441 will run 24 just fine, 36 your gonna need a big saw unless your cutting all softwood.

 

[outofmytree]

Cheers, I think


Well as my luck would have it went to make arrangements to collect the saw I thought was mine and the bloomin idiot had sold it to someone else that was offering more money

Oh well, looking to get a Stihl MS290 or similar that'll go up to 24" if not 36"...

Any recommendations for things I should, or shouldn't go for???

Yanks are always raving about bigger bars on saws but I think that's a substitute for some deficiency although I don't have any hard evidence.

Regulations differ from country to country so stick with Bermies advice as she has worked in the land of hope and glory. (I cant believe I actually typed that). If you are required to have a "license" to use a longer bar for gain or profit then stick to the rules and definately get as much training as your budget will allow. Look for an employer who will pay you to learn. I pay for any course that my guys need to do the job and pay them a wage whilst they are at school. It is just the right thing to do.