Fell Trees Manually – Basic
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assess and fell basic trees manually using a chainsaw, and to complete routine operator chainsaw maintenance.
The unit applies to individuals who possess existing proficiency in operating a chainsaw and are required to fell basic trees as part of arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations. With the exception of minor forest produce, this unit does not apply to commercial harvesting operations.
Trees typical to the scope of this unit may have some of the following characteristics:
- lean and where the distribution of the crown weight does not create a complex situation to assess, place the cut or fall
- no excessive lean- per
- no visible damage or defect
- uniform in structure
- species that are not prone to free splitting and adverse reactions during felling
- single stem or non-complex multi-stems
- small or medium diameter that is not more than chainsaw bar length, and can be safely felled using standard and basic felling techniques
- site characteristics that do not add significant complexity to the operation.
- This course is run over a day or part thereof.
Elements Covered
- Prepare for felling
- Assess site conditions and surroundings
- Assess the tree and plan felling
- Apply tree felling techniques
- Maintain chainsaw and cutting attachments
Training
All training will be conducted by a qualified staff member.
The Training will follow a set format and cover all Elements and performance criteria set out in this unit. Learning resources will be provided to clients on confirmation of booking into this course.
Assessment
A knowledge-based theory/classroom session ending with an examination will need to be completed before any practical training or assessment session is offered. Due to the dangerous nature of this unit of competency, candidates will only move to the practical training/assessment once they have completed the theory session.
A practical session will be conducted at a site suitable for the number of people participating in the course.
The following unit outcomes will be achieved by completing this course:
FWPCOT2254: Maintain chainsaws
FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)
Additional Information
Private courses can be arranged by contacting us; these courses can be conducted across the whole of the state.
Minimum numbers apply for this course.