USE OF CHAINSAW
What is this course about? Students will learn the requirements of the Health & Safety in Employment Act and demonstrate knowledge of the approved Code of Practice. They will also be able to strip a chainsaw and identify parts, learn basic chainsaw maintenance, basic chainsaw operation and basic cuts.
What to wear? Old clothes to work in. Personal protective gear, including safety boots, will be provided.
Where can this course lead? Level 2 or 3 Forestry Training for work in harvesting, silviculture or arbiculture
Unit Standards
Students will be assessed against the following unit standards
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6916
Version: 5 |
Demonstrate knowledge of approved Code of Practice relating to chainsaw use |
Level 2
5 Credits |
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6917
Version: 7 |
Operate a chainsaw
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Level 3
5 Credits
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| Dates upon application |
| Course length: Three days |
| Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm |
| Students must be 16 years and older to attend this course |
| Minimum 10 students – Maximum 14 students |
Course cost: $100 plus GST per hour plus travel costs at 65 cents per km
Venue will vary
PRACTICAL FIRE SAFETY
What is this course about? Students attending this course will have an understanding of the principles associated with fire chemistry and physics, fire classes, fire suppression techniques and the selection and implementation of strategies to deal with fires using hand held extinguishers.
What to wear? Old clothes to work in. Closed shoes. Protective clothing will be supplied, if necessary.
Where can this course lead? National Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (Workplace Safety) (Level 3)
Unit Standards
Students will be assessed against the following unit standards
| 4647 |
Explain principles of fire science |
Level 2
1 Credit |
| 3270 |
Establish and deliver water supplies for fire fighting
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Level 2
3 Credits
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| 3271 |
Suppress fire with hand extinguishers and fixed hose reels
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Level 3 – 3 Credits |
| Dates upon application |
| Course length: One day |
| Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm |
| Minimum 10 students – Maximum 14 students |
Course cost: $100 plus GST per hour plus travel at 65 cents per km (if applicable)
Venue may vary however it is anticipated that training will be conducted on school grounds using a classroom and, for practical needs, and open areas free from the close proximity of vegetation and buildings.
HYDRATION AND NUTRITION
What is this course about? Students will be able to recognise the physical nature of forestry work and describe hydration requirements. They will be able to explain the benefits associated with fluid intake; identify the food categories and explain the role of diet in the physical well-being of forest workers.
What to wear? School uniform
Where can this course lead?
Certificate in Foundation Forestry Skills
Course is also beneficial for self-awareness of general health and wellbeing
Unit Standard
Students will be assessed against the following unit standard
| 22994 |
Demonstrate knowledge of factors that affect the performance of forestry workers |
Level 2
10 Credits |
| Dates upon application |
| Course length: Two days |
| Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm |
| Minimum 10 students – Maximum 14 students |
Course cost: $100 plus GST per hour plus travel at 65 cents per km (if applicable)
Venue will vary
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
What is this course about? On successful completion of this course students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of health and safety, general safety requirements, emergency procedures, environmental issues and personal safety in a forestry operation.
What to wear? Old clothes suitable for work. Closed shoes. Protective clothing will be provided if necessary
Where can this course lead? This course is a pre-requisite for further forestry training or work in the forestry industry
Unit Standard
Students will be assessed against the following unit standard
| 17769 |
Demonstrate knowledge of general requirements for plantation forestry |
Level 2
6 Credits |
| Dates upon application |
| Course length: Two days |
| TIme: 9.00am – 3.00pm |
| Minimum 10 students – Maximum 15 students |
Course cost:
$100 plus GST per hour plus travelling time at 65 cents per km (if
applicable)
Venue will vary
