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Pole saw operation - PROfarm course

Name

Pole saw operation

Description

How to safely operate and maintain a mechanical pole saw for trimming high branches in a range of situations.

Cost

From $335 including GST, depending on location.

Course aims

  • identify and follow OHS requirements for pole saw operations
  • assess trees for trimming
  • prepare pole saw for trimming
  • trim trees to industry standard using low risk techniques

Learning outcomes

  • prepare for trimming
  • assess trees
  • trim trees
  • conduct operator maintenance

Length

One day

Course program / structure

  • OHS requirements
  • identify operational hazards and control measures
  • pole saw design, components, servicing and chain sharpening
  • start up and shut down procedures
  • assessing trees for trimming requirements
  • trimming requirements

Resources and method of delivery

Participants are required to bring the operating manual for their pole saw. This practical course is delivered in the field and workshop.

Accreditation

This course is mapped to the national unit of competency FPICOT3238B - Operate a pole saw.

Register

Contact us to register your interest in this course.

Other dates and locations are available on demand.

Current scheduled courses

course date
Grafton 7th Jun 2013

Location
Grafton Primary Industries Institute
Trenayr Road, Junction Hill
Grafton

When
7th Jun 2013 8:30am-4:30pm

Extra details for this date
Registration close date - 27 May 2013.

or call Cassie Gardiner/Julie Chapman on 02 6763 1276/02 6763 1285

course date
Grafton 28th Jun 2013

Location
Grafton Primary Industries Institute
Trenayr Road, Junction Hill
Grafton

When
28th Jun 2013 8:30am-4:30pm

Extra details for this date
Registration close date - 21 June 2013.

or call Cassie Gardiner/Julie Chapman on 02 6763 1276/02 6763 1285

course date
Grafton 19th Jul 2013

Location
Grafton Primary Industries Institute
Trenayr Road, Junction Hill
Grafton

When
19th Jul 2013 8:30am-4:30pm

Extra details for this date
Registration close date - 27 May 2013.

or call Cassie Gardiner/Julie Chapman on 02 6763 1276/02 6763 1285

course date
Camden 1st Aug 2013

Location

Camden

When
1st Aug 2013 8:30am-4:00pm

Extra details for this date

or call Maryke Archbold-Hession on (02) 4640 6333 ph or 0408 492 039 (mob)

course date
Grafton 30th Aug 2013

Location
Grafton Primary Industries Institute
Trenayr Road
Junction Hill
Grafton

When
30th Aug 2013 8:30am-4:30pm

Extra details for this date
Registration close date - 23 Aug 2013.

or call Cassie Gardiner/Julie Chapman on 02 6763 1276/02 6763 1285

course date
Glen Innes 25th Oct 2013

Location

Glen Innes

When
25th Oct 2013 8:30am-4:30pm

Extra details for this date
Registration close date - 18 Oct 2013.

or call Cassie Gardiner/Julie Chapman on 02 6763 1276/02 6763 1285

course date
Camden 6th Nov 2013

Location

Camden

When
6th Nov 2013 8:30am-4:00pm

Extra details for this date

or call Maryke Archbold-Hession on (02) 4640 6333 ph or 0408 492 039 (mob)

course date
Grafton 29th Nov 2013

Location
Grafton Primary Industries Institute
Trenayr Road
Junction Hill
Grafton

When
29th Nov 2013 8:30am-4:30pm

Extra details for this date
Registration close date - 22 Nov 2013.

or call Cassie Gardiner/Julie Chapman on 02 6763 1276/02 6763 1285