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This course applies to individuals who are involved in a variety of work settings, including sawmills, forest product manufacturing facilities, timber yards, horticultural environments, construction, polymer processing and other manufacturing settings. It will provide individuals with the skills and knowledge required to prepare and cut timber and polymer materials with a hand-held chainsaw. Furthermore, it includes preparing for work, cutting materials, maximising volume and quality of recovery material, and performing routine operator maintenance.

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

FWPCOT2259 - Cut materials with a hand-held chainsaw

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 4 Hours

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
  • The physical capacity to cut materials using a hand-held chainsaw whilst wearing the appropriate PPE
  • Adequate vision and hearing to identify hazards, assess tree characteristics, monitor environmental conditions, and perform felling tasks safely
  • Students must have the physical ability to safely handle and operate a hand-held chainsaw while wearing the required PPE, including lifting, holding, and controlling the saw for extended periods
  • Protective footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required.

The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

This certificate does not require renewal

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Performance Tasks:

  • Performance Task - Cut twenty (20) individual pieces of material with a hand-held chainsaw

Documentation:

  • Risk Assessment
  • Equipment Pre-operation Checklist
  • Production outcome & quality record
  • Routine chainsaw maintenance Checklist

 Theory Assessment:

  • A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.
Learning I can follow instructions, ask for help when I don’t understand something, and apply what I’ve learned to keep myself and others safe.
Reading I can read and understand safety signs, labels, and operating procedures before using equipment.
Writing I can write short notes or complete simple forms like checklists or maintenance records.
Oral Communication I can listen to instructions, ask questions if unsure, and speak clearly about safety or equipment issues.
Numeracy I can use basic numbers and measurements to cut materials to size and check equipment settings.
This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909