Course In Chainsaw Operation and
Maintenance
Units : FPICOT2237A Maintain Chainsaws 20
hrs
: FPIHAR2207A Trim & Cut Harvested Trees 40 hrs
Course
Duration : 4 Days
Group Size : 5 participants per
instructor
Description
This course is derived
from National Industry Competency Standards for the Harvesting Sector of the
Forest Industries Training Package. It
is designed to increase participants’ skills in operating chainsaws safely and
efficiently in a variety of common work situations.
It does not cover tree falling.
Successful completion
enables participants to meet one of the requirements for obtaining a Timber
Harvesting Operator’s Licence in this category of work.
Note: The emphasis of this course can be varied to
cover a wide variety of work situations e.g. log yard operations, log dump
operations, fence post and firewood cutting etc.
Course Content:
1. Introduction 7. Chainsaw starting procedures
2. Chainsaw components 8. Work site preparation
3. Chainsaw maintenance 9. Basic chainsaw cuts
4. Chain, sprocket & bar 10. Work techniques
5. Operator safety and responsibilities 11. State
legislation
6. Aids and Equipment
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 $97.00 (State Government of
Victoria Funded)
Materials Fee $73.00
Total Cost $170.00 ($450.00
if ineligible for funding)
Last modified 04/02/2012