FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic).

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assess and fell basic trees manually using a chainsaw, and to complete routine operator chainsaw maintenance.

The unit applies to individuals who possess existing proficiency in operating a chainsaw and are required to fell basic trees as part of arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations. With the exception of minor forest produce, this unit does not apply to commercial harvesting operations.

This unit is the foundational component in our Chainsaw Cluster, aimed at improving your proficiency in Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Chainsaw Skills

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• FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)
• FWPCOT3347 – Fell trees manually (intermediate)
• FWPCOT3348 – Fell trees manually (advanced)

Unit Sector:

• Common Technical (COT)

Formal Training:

• Both theory and practical training is provided by industry experienced trainers.

Assessment

• Theory assessment (both a knowledge assessment and a calculations assessment are to be completed).
• Practical assessment is conducted.