TAFE NSW
2 days
Safely fell, trim and cross cut basic trees with a chainsaw as you get a taste of harvesting and non-commercial chainsaw projects. Take your skills to the outdoors and the exciting worlds of arboriculture, fieldwork, emergency services and more.
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol. Successful completion of the Statement of Attainment in Chainsaw Operations - Trim and Cut as evidenced by a copy of your transcript or certificate. A high level of physical fitness is recommended to ensure you are capable of doing the manual work demands of the course. As a precautionary measure, and if you have any pre-existing medical conditions, please consult your doctor to ensure this training is suitable for you.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to: Assess tree sites to plan work and control potential hazards, Prepare and cut materials with a handheld chainsaw, Maintain fuel or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws, Fell basic trees that have minimal defects and a small to medium-diameter, Apply various cutting techniques to trim, remove or cut trees or branches, Follow work health and safety (WHS) procedures and felling emergency protocols.
TAFE NSW is a leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. They offer a wide range of courses and qualifications to help students develop the skills and knowledge needed for successful careers.
Our graduates go onto roles like: tree work contractor, arborist, vegetation manager, roads and national parks field worker, conservation and land management field worker and forestry field worker.
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