Overview
Emphasis is placed on the individual’s responsibility to ensure safe working practice is maintained while operating a chainsaw. While this course is appropriate for professionals and occasional users alike, it also benefits anyone who may use a chainsaw around the home or farm.
Suitable for:
- Council operators
- Participants requiring knowledge and skills to operate a chainsaw safely
- Farm or home owners
- Handypersons
- Horticulture, Arboriculture and Conservation Land Management industries requiring skills upgrades
- Emergency Services personnel
Topics covered:
Safe use of chainsaws:- Workplace Occupation Health and Safety
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Chainsaw safety features
- Chain brake operation
- Chainsaw starting methods
- Timber:
- Undercutting
- Top cutting
- Plunge cutting
- Vertical and horizontal cuts
- Powerhead and Guide Bar maintenance
- Saw chain and Drive sprocket maintenance
- Carburettor tuning
Course Outcomes:
Participants will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to Operate and Maintain a chainsaw safely
Assessment:
Practical and written assessment will be completed to obtain a Statement of Attainment This course consists of the following unit of competency:
- AHCMOM213 Operate and Maintain Chainsaws
Completion of this Unit of Competency will earn you credits towards some Nationally Recognised qualification courses.
Requirements
Students will be emailed a Learner Guide which can be used in the class.Materials
NOTE:All participants to bring:
- Snug fitting light weight High Visibility clothing
- Long sleeve top
- Wide brim hat
- Steel toe-capped boots
- Protective glasses
- Sun protection cream
- Insect repellent
- Sufficient drinking water
Available sessions
Fairfield
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
1 Sessions Show sessions
Wednesday 18th Oct -
- (08:00 - 16:30) Places limited
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
1 Sessions Show sessions
Wednesday 1st Nov -
- (08:00 - 16:30) Places available
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
1 Sessions Show sessions
Wednesday 15th Nov -
- (08:00 - 16:30) Places available
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
1 Sessions Show sessions
Wednesday 29th Nov -
- (08:00 - 16:30) Places available