Entry requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for this unit. Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants conducts a pre-enrolment suitability review to ensure this course is appropriate for each learner prior to commencement.
Overview
AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws is a nationally recognised unit of competency covering the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a hand-held chainsaw and maintain it in working condition. The unit applies to individuals who carry out routine cross-cutting of fallen timber using safe cutting techniques, applying low risk work procedures and complying with worksite health and safety requirements.
Delivered via blended learning, combining face-to-face practical sessions with online distance components, by Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants (RTO #45802), this course is suited to farm hands, forestry workers, land management personnel and anyone required to operate a chainsaw as part of their work duties in Queensland.
On successful completion, participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws.
Licensing and regulatory information: No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Who This Course Is For
- Farmhands involved in tree maintenance and vegetation clearing
- Forestry workers responsible for timber processing and cross-cutting
- Land management personnel maintaining natural landscapes
- Groundskeepers managing vegetation on properties or in parks
- Anyone seeking a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws
What You’ll Learn
- Determine site location and work details and clarify requirements with the supervisor
- Identify site hazards, assess risks and report to the supervisor prior to commencing work
- Confirm the work zone with the work crew and monitor the site throughout operations
- Confirm first aid and emergency personnel, equipment and procedures are in place
- Apply hazard and risk assessment and implement controls for chainsaw use
- Perform routine checks and maintenance including adjusting the bar, cleaning the air filter, replacing the spark plug and sharpening the chain
- Identify, tag and report chainsaw faults and malfunctions
- Apply site health and safety, environmental and traffic control measures
- Use appropriate tools and materials to maintain the chainsaw in working condition
- Apply environmentally responsible workplace practices throughout all operations
Units of Competency
Unit of Competency
AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Delivery and requirements
- Unit
- AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws
- Class size
- Maximum of 6 students per practical class
- Delivery
- Blended: online learning with face-to-face training and assessment
- Duration
- 1 day
- Time to complete
- Up to 12 months from commencement
- Prerequisites
- There are no formal prerequisites for this unit. Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants conducts a pre-enrolment suitability review to ensure this course is appropriate for each learner prior to commencement.
- Assessment
- Assessment includes a written theory component covering chainsaw operation principles, maintenance procedures and hazard management, plus a practical demonstration of safe chainsaw operation and maintenance tasks. All tasks must be completed to a competent standard.
- Fee
- $600. 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 AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws.
- 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. Learners must wear appropriate PPE for all face-to-face practical training. Gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility vest, drinking water, sunscreen and ear plugs are provided by Forky Stick Training at all training locations. Students must provide their own steel-capped safety boots.
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.