Chainsaw Skills and Safety Course – Dunedin

This course lets you gain the following NZQA units and credits.

Unit

Description

Level

Version

Credits

6916

Demonstrate knowledge of the rules relating to chainsaw use

2

8

5

  • Describe rules relating to the transport and use of chainsaw fuel in accordance with accepted forestry industry practice.

  • Describe PPE and first aid requirements for chainsaw operators in accordance with accepted forestry industry practice.

 

Unit

Description

Level

Version

Credits

6917

Demonstrate basic chainsaw operation

2

8

8

  • This unit standard is intended for those new to the forestry industry and chainsaw users in industries other than commercial forestry.

  • This unit standard is designed as an introduction to chainsaw use.

  • Disassemble and reassemble a chainsaw.

  • Identify and explain the main function of components.

  • Demonstrate knowledge of factors that influence the operation of a chainsaw.

  • Prepare to operate, start and test a chainsaw.

  • Use a chainsaw to make cuts.

Date

Apr 01 - 02 2020
Expired!

Time

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Phone

03 544 4062