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This course set applies to individuals who are responsible for assessing and manually felling basic trees, as well as trimming and cutting felled or fallen trees with a chainsaw. Individuals will learn to visually assess the job activity; correctly identify areas of compression and tension in logs; learn different cut types; and how to plan the sequences of cuts accordingly.  Individuals will also develop the skills and knowledge required to conduct routine and periodic servicing for fuel or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws including dismantling, cleaning, inspecting and re-assembling the power head and cutting attachments.

Typically, these individuals work in arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations. Please note, this unit does not apply to commercial harvesting operations except for minor forest produce.

This course set incorporates the content of the following units:

  • FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws
  • FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)
  • FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsaws
FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled trees
FWPCOT2275 - Fell trees manually (basic)

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

Refresher Face to Face contact time of at least 9 Hours
Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 16 Hours

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
  • The visual acuity and manual dexterity to disassemble a chainsaw, sharpen the chain and other components and reassemble the serviced chainsaw components as well as identify hazards, assess tree characteristics, monitor environmental conditions, and perform felling tasks safely
  • The physical ability to safely service and maintain chainsaws and safely fell basic trees while using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Participants must demonstrate sufficient physical capacity to handle, lift, carry, and manoeuvre chainsaws and related components during cleaning, disassembly, sharpening, inspection, and reassembly tasks.
  • It is recommended students wear lace up steel boots, chain saw trousers or chaps and a 3 in one helmet (hard hat, wear muffs and visor)

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:
Unit Period
FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsaws Not applicable
FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled trees Not applicable
FWPCOT2275 - Fell trees manually (basic) Not applicable

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Practical assessment:

  • Performance Task 1 – Conduct chainsaw maintenance
  • Performance Task 2 – Fell a basic tree (1)
  • Performance Task 3 - Fell a basic tree (2)
  • Performance Task 4 – Fell a basic tree (3)
  • Performance Task 5 – Trim and cut felled trees
  • Performance Task 6 – Maintain chainsaw and cutting attachments

Documentation:

  • Chainsaw maintenance checklist
  • Risk Assessment
  • Trimming and Cutting Record
  • Equipment details & maintenance checklist

Theory Assessment:

  • A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.
Learning I can follow instructions, ask for help when I don’t understand something, and apply what I’ve learned to keep myself and others safe.
Reading I can read and understand short texts like safety signs, labels, and basic procedures.
Writing I can write short notes or fill in simple forms with basic information.
Oral Communication I can listen to instructions and talk with others to check I’ve understood correctly.
Numeracy I can use numbers to follow steps in order and calculate simple ratios and measure quantities of oils and fuels.
This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909