FPIFGM3212 Fall Trees Manually (intermediate).

Fall Trees Manually is a short course that describes the outcomes required to assess, plan and safely carry out manual tree-felling operations using a chainsaw in a non-production environment. This unit covers the felling procedures for trees with a level of complexity that requires significant tree assessment and practical felling skills.

Persons competent in this unit should be able to effectively fell most trees with the exception of the very large and those that have significant defects and/or characteristics causing excessive complexity.

Techniques for trees with a diameter greater than the bar length would generally be regarded as within the scope of this unit.

FPICOT2293A – Trim & Cut Felled Trees is a pre-requisite unit.

Equipment to be used throughout this course:

• Steel-cap boots
• Long Pants / Chainsaw Chaps
• Long Sleeve Shirt
• Hard-hat, Visor / Safety Glasses
• Ear Muffs
• Chainsaw (Fuel, Bar Oil, Chain)
• Sharpening Files
• Measuring Tape
• Wedges & Hammer

• use and maintain relevant tools and equipment
• safely operate and maintain a chainsaw
• assess, plan and carry out tree-felling operations
• use appropriate communication techniques
• locate and report information
• interpret, apply and convey information in written, diagrammatic and/or verbal form
• estimate tree height
• calculate product mass and determine tree fall zone
• measure tree length and diameter
• review and identify work requirements
• recognise own limitations in conditions and trees for felling
• identify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures
• apply safe work practices, including using PPE and controlling hazards
• comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for felling trees manually

Pre-requisites / Entry Requirements

Trim & Cut Felled Trees (FPICOT2293A) is a pre-requisite unit and must be completed before undertaking this course.

Industry Focus
Arborist and Emergency work

Clothing / Footwear
Steel-cap boots. Long Pants / Chainsaw Chaps. Long Sleeve Shirt.

Course Provisions

• All equipment available upon request / booking
• Learner Guides
• Assessment Material (theory & practical)
• Tea, Coffee, Water & Morning Tea
• Hi-Vis Vest (if required)

Course Outcome
On successful completion of the course you will receive a Statement of Attainment that is a nationally recognised competency for this unit.