Training and/or assessment in the following units:

Qualification Examples:

• FWP20216 Certificate II in Harvesting and Haulage (R2)
• FWP30216 Certificate III in Harvesting and Haulage (R2)
• Individual Units from the above Certificates

Harvesting and Haulage Equipment Example:

• FWPCOT3261 Transport forestry logs using trucks (R1)

Using Saws Examples:

• FWPFGM3212 Fall trees manually (intermediate) (R1)
• FWPFGM3213 Fall trees manually (advanced) (R1)
• FWPCOT3238 Operate a pole saw (R2)

Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Care in the Forest Industry Examples:

• FWPCOR2205 Follow WHS policies and procedures (R1)
• FWPCOR2203 Follow environmental care procedures (R1)

Recognition of Prior Learning assessment services for those who are eligible.

See 'Courses & Accreditation' Page for details

Typical outline for Chainsaw Courses

FWPCOT2239 Trim and cut felled trees (R2)

Duration 3-5 days depending on prior knowledge

• 1 day theory and maintenance
• 2 days practical instruction safe chainsaw operations/ chainsaw cutting techniques/ working safely in groups/ site assessment and management/ legislation relative to work sites FPIHA
• Environmental Legislation and Regulations

FWPCOT2236 Fall trees manually (basic) (R1)

Duration 5-8 days depending on prior knowledge:

• Course outline/ Learning outcomes/review of assessment documents
• Site assessments and procedures (safety & emergency procedures)
• Chainsaw Safety attachments and components
• General daily maintenance
• Reactive forces
• Crosscutting theory and practice (Safe cutting Practices)
• Current legislation and environmental controls
• Correct use of associated aids and equipment