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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Assist in preparation of work site
  2. Recognise and apply workplace safety procedures
  3. Check and prepare chainsaw
  4. Operate chainsaw
  5. Complete and check chainsaw operation

Range Statement


Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

apply chainsaw use and operation risk assessment and implementation of controls

clean and store chainsaw

confirm first aid and emergency personnel, equipment and procedures

confirm work zone with work crew and monitor site

determine site location and work details and clarify with supervisor

identify site hazards, assess risks and report to supervisor

identify, tag and report chainsaw faults and malfunctions

record and implement work health, safety, site, environmental and traffic control measures

use appropriate personal protective equipment

safely cross-cut fallen timber using compression and tension cuts with a hand held chainsaw

use appropriate tools and materials to maintain chainsaw

use environmentally responsible workplace practices

use low risk work practices including stopping, disengaging quickly and dealing with foreign matter

use safe work procedures relevant to operating a chainsaw


Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

the principles and practice for operating chainsaws

safe operating procedures

relevant Australian Standards concerning chainsaw operation

components of chainsaws and their respective functions

common defects in woody materials

cutting methods and techniques, patterns and sequence of cuts

how to estimate and measure dimensions and calculate volumes

work health and safety requirements for the operation of a chainsaw including caution and hazard signs and symbols

hazards and risks when operating a chainsaw

environmental Codes of Practice regarding chainsaw operation