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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for operation
  2. Cut material
  3. Conduct chainsaw maintenance

Performance Evidence

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

safely and efficiently use a hand-held chainsaw to cut materials

follow organisational policies and procedures relevant to operating a hand-held chainsaw

use appropriate methods to cut materials with a hand-held chainsaw

carry out start-up and lock out procedures for a hand-held chainsaw

identify defects and problems with chainsaw operations

identify blunt or damaged saws

effectively maximise volume and quality recovery

communicate effectively with others at the work site

carry out routine maintenance on a hand-held chainsaw.


Knowledge Evidence

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

workplace requirements and standards for operating a hand-held chainsaw

environmental protection requirements and safe disposal of waste material

operational procedures and checks including start-up and shut-down procedures

equipment processes, technical capability and limitations of a hand-held chainsaw

established communication channels and protocols to maintain safety

processes for managing risks and hazards associated with chainsaw operations

knowledge of defects in timber that can effect processing and cause risk

workplace health and safety requirements, fire protocols and emergency evacuation procedures

procedures for recording and reporting workplace records and information.