Places on this years North Wales LCMLA Panel courses are being taken up! The 14-15 December Level 2 course is now full, however if there’s interest we can arrange to put on another course the 12-13 December.
We have now confirmed both Level 1 Training courses, one the 12-13 Dec based at Lledr Hall, and another on the 14-15 December running at Oaklands. At the moment there are 4 places available on both courses.
The SRT training session will also be running on the 16th of December based at Oaklands, with places available.
We’ve also had some enquires about a Level 2 skills refresh course. This could be arranged if there’s enough interest and would be appropriate for those who’ve completed their Level 2 training and would like a refresh before presenting for assessment, or those who feel their skills are a little rusty. Get in touch if you’re keen and we could put something on probably the 12-13 Dec.
Click on the links below for more details, and complete the form to make a booking.
Cost: £150
Venue: Lledr Hall OEC
Director: Dave Baines
This 2 day course will cover the Level 1 Local Mine Leader Award syllabus as outlined in the BCA handbook.
During the course candidates will look at the skills required to lead groups in horizontal mine systems under the LCMLA scheme. During the 2 days candidates will look at the outline of the LCMLA scheme, geology and mining processes associated with both metal and stone mines with a particular emphasis on those found in North Wales, risk identification and management, navigation underground, personal and group kit, and simple rope techniques through a series of classroom and practical sessions, including at least 2 trips underground.
There are no prerequisites to attending this training course, other than registering with the BCA LCMLA scheme (which must be completed before attending), however candidates should be comfortable exploring underground to get the most out of the 2 days.
Candidates should provide their own lunch and personal protective equipment for the course, including appropriate helmet and light, broad/load bearing belt and cows tails (made up of good quality dynamic rope). Replacement rope for cows tails will be available to purchase during the course, but please get in touch in advance so we can get these for you. Candidates should also be prepared to travel to various sites in there own transport.
Cost: £225
Venue: Lledr Hall OEC & Alun Valley, Mold
Director: Dave Baines
This 3 day course will cover the Level 1 Local Cave and Mine Leader Award syllabus as outlined in the BCA handbook.
During the course candidates will look at the skills required to lead groups in horizontal cave and mine systems under the LCMLA scheme. During the first 2 days candidates will look at the outline of the LCMLA scheme, geology and mining processes associated with both metal and stone mines with a particular emphasis on those found in North Wales, risk identification and management, navigation underground, personal and group kit, and simple rope techniques through a series of classroom and practical sessions, including at least 2 trips underground.
The third day of this course will focus on cave exploration and geology implementing the skills covered in the mine environment to caves together with the different risks associated with the cave environment.
There are no prerequisites to attending this training course, other than registering with the BCA LCMLA scheme (which must be completed before attending), however candidates should be comfortable exploring underground to get the most out of the 2 days.
Candidates should provide their own lunch and personal protective equipment for the course, including appropriate helmet and light, broad/load bearing belt and cows tails (made up of good quality dynamic rope). Replacement rope for cows tails will be available to purchase during the course, but please get in touch in advance so we can get these for you. Candidates should also be prepared to travel to various sites in there own transport.
Cost: £150
Venue: Oaklands OEC
Director: Pete Knight
This 2 day course will cover the Level 1 syllabus as outlined in the BCA handbook.
During the course candidates will look at the skills required to lead groups in horizontal mine systems under the LCMLA scheme. During the 2 days candidates will look at the outline of the LCMLA scheme, geology and mining processes associated with both metal and stone mines with a particular emphasis on those found in North Wales, risk identification and management, navigation underground, personal and group kit, and simple rope techniques through a series of classroom and practical sessions, including at least 2 trips underground.
There are no prerequisites to attending this training course, other than registering with the BCA LCMLA scheme (which must be completed before attending), however candidates should be comfortable exploring underground to get the most out of the 2 days.
Candidates should provide their own lunch and personal protective equipment for the course, including appropriate helmet and light, broad/load bearing belt and cows tails (made up of good quality dynamic rope). Replacement rope for cows tails will be available to purchase during the course, but please get in touch in advance so we can get these for you. Candidates should also be prepared to travel to various sites in there own transport.
Cost: £185
Venue: Oaklands OEC
Director: Gethin Thomas
This 2 day and one evening training session will cover the Level 2 syllabus as outlined in the BCA handbook. During the course candidates will look at rigging and managing traverse, abseil, ladder and tyrolean for both group and personal progression in vertical cave and/or mine systems. In addition there will be an evening session looking at personal SRT skills.
Candidates should provide their own personal protective equipment for the course, including appropriate helmet and light, harness and cows tails (made up of good quality dynamic rope). SRT kits, and replacement rope for cows tails will be available to hire/purchase during the course, but please get in touch in advance so we can get these for you.
Cost: £90
Venue: Oaklands OEC
Director: To be confirmed
This single day course would be suitable for those who already hold the level 1 or level 2 cave leader award and would like to lead groups in mines. This one day training (candidates will need to present for assessment at a later date) will cover the hazards, geology, and mining processes including an underground exploration of either a metal or stone mine.
Note there are only 6 places available on this course
Cost: £55
Venue: Oaklands OEC
Director: To be confirmed
This single days courses would be suitable for those wanting to brush up their personal SRT skills, or prepare for the SRT for leader module for Level 2 candidates. The day will be tailored to attendees, focusing on efficient progress up and down ropes, navigating rebels and deviations.
Candidates should provide their own personal protective equipment for the course, including appropriate helmet and light, harness and cows tails (made up of good quality dynamic rope). SRT kits, and replacement rope for cows tails will be available to hire/purchase during the course, but please get in touch in advance so we can get these for you.