National code: RTOSS
Statement of Attainment in Chainsaw Operations - Basic Tree Felling
Overview About this course
Safely fell, trim and cross cut basic trees with a chainsaw as you get a taste of harvesting and non-commercial chainsaw projects. Take your skills to the outdoors and the exciting worlds of arboriculture, fieldwork, emergency services and more.
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
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Work safely while felling appropriate basic trees, then trimming and cross cutting felled trees or logs
Correctly identify and control unsafe situations
Apply appropriate cuts to logs for a pre-determined outcome
Maintain chainsaws and chains in good working condition
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
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A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
Specialist skills that will keep you safe on the job
Techniques to safely cut basic trees in a controlled manner
Experience and skills to maintain your chainsaw in peak condition
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
Suitability Is this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
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Successful completion of the Statement of Attainment in Chainsaw Operations - Trim and Cut, as evidenced by a copy of your certificate or transcript
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
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A high level of physical fitness
Good hand-eye coordination and ability to lift, carry and use chainsaws
Good spatial awareness for chainsaw placement and to avoid falling trees
A cool head when faced with stressful situations
A love of working outdoors
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pathways Future career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: tree work contractor, arborist, powerline/utilities vegetation manager, roads and national parks field worker, conservation and land management field worker, forestry field worker
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study 0 Courses
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The Statement of Attainment in Chainsaw Operations - Basic Tree Felling does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study 0 Courses
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The Statement of Attainment in Chainsaw Operations - Basic Tree Felling does not have any post-graduate courses.
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The Statement of Attainment in Chainsaw Operations - Basic Tree Felling does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Units Units taught in this course
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Maintain chainsaws FWPCOT2254
TAFE NSW services Facilities and support
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TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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