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Hi All,
Please note that FWDV are planning for the next Accredited Chainsaw Course with theory in Mitcham at the FWDV Office and practical at a farm in Pakenham.
Can you please share this email with your members as soon as possible and let us know how many members you have interested. This is a great opportunity for members to obtain their chainsaw qualifications prior to track clearing.
The pricing for the chainsaw course for members it is $495.00 per student (note general public are charged $950.00 each, therefore proving a great member benefit).
When members want to enrol, can you please also ensure that they understand that they will require additional equipment for the course as outlined below, especially understanding the PPE requirements.
The course comprises 2 nationally recognised units of competency:
FWPCOT2254 Maintain Chainsaw. This unit addresses the following topics.
Plan and prepare for maintenance.Conduct chainsaw maintenance.
Complete maintenance records and clean up.
FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled trees. This unit addresses the following topics.
Prepare for trimming and cutting.Visually assess felled trees
Plan cutting
Use chainsaw to trim and cut trees. Complete equipment maintenance
Safety is emphasized throughout the course and ensures that WHS requirements are demonstrated.
Dates & Times:
Theory – Thursday evening 26th June 2025(approx 4 hours)
Time – 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start
Location – FWDV Office - 6/27 Thornton Cres, Mitcham
Practical – Saturday 28th& Sunday 29th June2025 (2 full days)
Time – 8:00am for a 8:30am start to approx. 4pm
Location:Pakenham – exact location point TBC
Pre Course:
- Please use manual enrolment form attached below and return to the FWDV office.
- Note on the form which FWDV club you are a member of and whether or not you have your own chainsaw and if it is electric or petrol.
- Ensure all fields are completed including USI number (to find or create a USI please go tohttps://www.usi.gov.au/)
- Participants will be provided with a Learner Guide to download and read and a Theory workbook to download, print and attempt the answers prior to the course. Hard copy Learner Guides will be handed out at the Theory session.
Personal requirements:
Camping - available on site for practical sessions
BYO chair, camping gear and food & beverages.
Clothing to suit weather conditions including hat.
If you feel unwell prior to the course, please DO NOT ATTEND THE COURSE and notify our Office as soon as possible.
Chainsaw Practical:
- Each participant MUST HAVE OWN PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUPMENT (PPE) Helmet, Ear muffs, Visor, Safety chaps or trousers, Hi-Vis safety vest, Steel cap/solid boots and Leather gloves. NOTE: failure to comply with PPE gear will exclude you from participating in the course.
- Your chainsaw must be operational, in good working order, comply with Australian Safety Standards and you are required to bring the specific operation manual
- 5 Litres fresh fuel (unleaded, not E10)
- Bar Oil (if using own chainsaw)
- Mixing Oil (if using own chainsaw) – please do not mix prior to the course
- Plastic wedge/s (150mm or 200mm)
- Small stump vice
- Chainsaw sharpening kit (ensure file matches chain pitch)
Please note the attached ‘Student Equipment Requirements to Participate’ document.
Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Enrolment Form
Student Equipment Requirements to Participate
RTO 21605
Kind regards,
FWDV Team
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