Chainsaw - Felling (Advanced)

CHAINSAW PROGRAM - FELLING (ADVANCED)

DESCRIPTION

Part 3 of this program is an advanced level program that covers the felling procedures for advanced felling operations and difficult trees.

APPLICATION

The aim of this program is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge required to assess, plan and safely fell trees including difficult trees using advanced chainsaw techniques, operations and procedures.

DURATION

1-2 Days

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

The program is aligned to meet the following Nationally Recognised units of competency:

FWPFGM3217 Fall trees manually (advanced)

COURSE CONTENT

Advanced tree felling

PRE-REQUISITES

Tree Felling Intermediate

FWPCOR2205 Follow WHS policies and procedures
FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws
FWPCOT2256 Trim and cut felled trees
FWPCOT2253 Fell trees manually (basic)
FWPFGM3212 Fall trees manually (intermediate)

These units of competency are offered in our basic and intermediate chainsaw programs.

ASSESSMENT

Assessment is conducted by Risk Response + Rescue using evidence of skills and knowledge obtained throughout the program.

CERTIFICATION

A Statement of Attainment listing individual units of competency will be issued to participants upon successful completion.

MAX COURSE SIZE

9 participants

COMPLIANCE

Relevant Workplace Health & Safety Regulations
Enterprise specific legislation, standards and codes

COURSE MATERIAL

Each participant will receive a learner resource kit.