Overview
FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic) covers the knowledge and skills required to assess and fell basic trees manually using a chainsaw, and to complete routine operator chainsaw maintenance. Basic trees are small to medium diameter trees that can be safely and predictably felled using standard cutting techniques, they are sound, stable, free from significant defects or excessive lean, with site conditions that do not add significant complexity to the operation.
This unit applies to individuals who fell basic trees as part of arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations. Note: with the exception of minor forest produce, this unit does not apply to commercial harvesting operations.
Delivered via blended learning, combining online theory with a face-to-face practical training and assessment day, this course is suited to workers across Queensland who are required to safely fell trees as part of their role. All work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures and current work health and safety legislation, regulations and industry standards.
On successful completion, participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic) from Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants (RTO #45802).
Who This Course Is For
- Forestry and timber workers required to fell trees as part of their role
- Arborists managing tree removal in urban or rural settings
- Agriculture and land management workers involved in vegetation clearing
- Local government, conservation and land rehabilitation workers
- Emergency services personnel required to fell trees during storm, cyclone or bushfire response
What You’ll Learn
- Assess tree characteristics and site conditions to plan safe felling operations
- Identify hazards and risks associated with felling basic trees with a chainsaw and apply appropriate control measures
- Execute standard scarf cuts and back cuts to fell trees in the intended direction
- Apply the wedge technique to safely manage the direction of a tree’s fall
- Document risk assessments for tree felling operations
- Inspect and complete routine operator maintenance on a chainsaw and its cutting attachments
- Follow workplace policies, WHS legislation and environmental protection requirements applicable to tree felling
- Clean up the worksite to required standards on completion
Units of Competency
This course delivers 1 nationally recognised unit of competency:
- FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)
Delivery and requirements
- Unit
- FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)
- Class size
- Maximum of 6 students per practical class
- Delivery
- Blended: online learning with face-to-face training and assessment
- Duration
- 1 day
- Face-to-face
- 1 day of face-to-face training and assessment
- Time to complete
- Up to 12 months from commencement
- Prerequisites
- No formal prerequisites. However, this unit applies to individuals who possess existing proficiency in operating a chainsaw. Participants are expected to have a basic level of physical fitness suitable for outdoor manual work. Contact us if you are unsure whether this course is suitable for you.
- Assessment
- Competency is assessed through practical demonstration and written/verbal questioning. Participants must demonstrate the assessment, planning and felling of basic trees using standard scarf and back cuts, the wedge technique, and completion of a documented risk assessment, all to a competent standard.
- Fee
- $650. Reassessment, extension and refund terms are set out in our Fee Administration and Refund Policy (PDF, opens in a new tab).
- Outcome
- Statement of Attainment for FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic).
- Support and entry needs
- All learners complete a language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) assessment before enrolment. If you need learning, language, literacy, digital or other support, contact us before you book on 07 4922 1060. See our Access and Equity Policy (Word document). Three forms of identification are required at enrolment. Gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility vest, drinking water, sunscreen and ear plugs are provided by Forky Stick Training. Students must provide their own steel-capped safety boots. Chainsaw chaps or trousers and a three-in-one helmet (hard hat, ear muffs and visor) are strongly recommended, contact us to confirm PPE requirements before attending.
Dates and booking
Run on demand
This course is scheduled to suit demand. Ring us or send a question and we'll book you or your crew in.