PROfarm

Chainsaw - Fall trees manually - (basic) - PROfarm course

Name:	Chainsaw - Fall trees manually - (basic)
Description:	How to safely and efficiently fall trees taking into account environmental requirements.
Cost:	Price on application.
Course aim:	Fall trees safely and effectively following OHS and environmental guidelines and requirements.
Learning outcomes:	Identify and follow OHS requirements for tree falling operations Identify and follow environmental requirements for tree falling operations Maintain and operate chainsaw safely and efficiently Assess trees and surroundings and plan for falling Fall tree
Length:	2 days
Course program/structure:	Day 1: Revise OHS, operational and maintenance requirements for general chainsaw use OHS and environmental requirements for tree falling Identify operational hazards and control measures Identify tree falling direction and site preparation Day 2: Plan and effect cutting and fall basic tree Fall a range of trees to a site plan Chainsaw servicing and sharpening as required Tree hang ups and control measures discussed and implemented
Resources and method of delivery:	Participants receive a State Forests Chainsaw Operators Manual. This practical course is delivered mainly outdoors.
Accreditation:	This course is mapped to the national unit of competency FPIFGM2208A - Fall trees manually - (basic).

Date:	10 November 2009
Location:	CAMDEN
Contact:	Maryke Archbold-Hession Ph:0246 406 333, Fax: 0246 406300, Mob:0408 492 039