Course In Brushcutter / Clearing Saw Operation
Enrolment : FPI20105 Certificate
II in
Unit : FPIFGM2207A Undertake brushcutting
operations 40 hrs
Duration : 3
days
Group Size : 6 participants
Description
This course is derived
from National Industry Competency Standards for the
Forest Growing and Management
Sector of the Forest Industries Training Package.
It is designed to increase participants skills in
operating and maintaining brushcutters / clearing
saws safely and efficiently in a variety of common work situations.
note: The
emphasis of this course can be varied to cover a wide variety of work
situations e.g. fire hazard removal operations, amenity operations, silvicultural operations etc.
Course Content
1. Introduction
2. Brushcutter components.
3. Brushcutter maintenance.
4. Cutting heads and blades.
5. Operator safety and responsibilities.
6. Aids and Equipment
7. Brushcutter starting procedures.
8. Work site preparation.
9. Basic brushcutter cuts,
10. Work techniques.
11. State legislation.
12. Vegetation assessment.
Assessment: Will be by
demonstration of skills and answering related questions.
Cost : 2012 Funded -
The student fee is
indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at
enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities
fees.
Indicative
Tuition Fee $65.00 (State Government of
Victoria Funded)
Materials
Fee $75.00
Total Cost $140.00 ($450.00 if ineligible
for funding)
Last modified 04/02/2012