Certificate IV in Forest Operations
This qualification is designed for job roles in the forest operations sector of the forest and forest products industry.
Subjects
Total number of units = 14
5 core units plus
9 elective units, consisting of:
2 units from Group A
up to 7 units from Group A and/or Group B
up to 2 units recommended for packaging at Certificate III, IV or Diploma level from this or any other endorsed Training Package or state/territory accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to work undertaken in the forest operations sectors of the industry, including forest growing and management and harvesting and haulage.
CORE UNITS
Field | Unit Code | Unit Title |
Core | Develop teams and individuals | |
Evaluate fire potential and prevention | ||
Monitor safety, health and environment policies and procedures | ||
Monitor and review forestry operations | ||
Monitor quality and product care procedures | ||
GROUP A ELECTIVE UNITS | ||
Field | Unit Code | Unit Title |
Fire Control | PUAFIR511 | Conduct complex prescribed burns (unit has |
PUAFIR513 | Develop complex prescribed burn plans (unit has | |
Supervise response | ||
Breeding & Propagation | Plan a propagation program | |
Site Establishment & Maintenance | Plan the implementation of revegetation works | |
Protect places of cultural significance | ||
Plan on-site irrigation system installation and construction work | ||
Implement a forest establishment plan | ||
Conduct a forest site assessment | ||
Plan a quarry | ||
Interpret and use aerial photographs for forest management | ||
Collect statistical data | ||
Tree Growing & Maintenance | Plan and implement a chemical use program | |
Develop a pest management action plan within a local area | ||
Manage stand health | ||
Design plantations | ||
Conduct a pests and diseases assessment | ||
Monitor regeneration rates | ||
Conduct a wood volume and yield assessment | ||
Harvesting Operations | Apply tree jacking techniques | |
Coordinate log recovery (hook tender) | ||
Design log landings and snig tracks | ||
Plan and coordinate fire salvage operations | ||
Implement harvesting plans | ||
Machinery & Equipment | Supervise maintenance of machinery and equipment | |
GROUP B ELECTIVE UNITS | ||
Field | Unit Code | Unit Title |
Safety & Quality Processes | Implement continuous improvement | |
Identify risk and apply risk management processes | ||
HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | |
HLTAID008 | Manage first aid services and resources | |
HLTAID006 | Provide advanced first aid | |
Conduct initial investigation at incident scene | ||
Implement and coordinate accident-emergency procedures | ||
Conduct a sustainability energy audit | ||
Develop and manage sustainable energy practices | ||
Administration & Business | Implement workplace information system | |
Maintain business technology | ||
Apply project procurement procedures | ||
Write complex documents | ||
Prepare a tender | ||
Source goods/services and evaluate contractors | ||
Communication & Relationships | Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies | |
Establish effective workplace relationships | ||
Promote team effectiveness | ||
Liaise with media at a local level | ||
SITTPPD402 | Develop interpretive activities | |
Training & Assessment | Make a presentation | |
Plan assessment activities and processes | ||
Assess competence | ||
Participate in assessment validation | ||
Provide work skill instruction | ||
Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning | ||
Design and develop learning programs | ||
Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs | ||
Planning & Analysis | Implement operational plan | |
Analyse and present research information | ||
Undertake small business planning | ||
Organise personal work priorities and development | ||
Pathways...
This qualification has eight employment pathways for typical forest operations environments. These are:
Arboriculture Supervisor
Farm Forestry Supervisor
Forestry Supervisor
Forestry Operations Supervisor
Harvesting Supervisor
Harvesting Team Leader
Propagation and Stand Health Supervisor
Tree Farm Supervisor
Entry may be gained through progression from a lower level FPI qualification or recognition of existing industry experience or qualifications.
This qualification may be suited to an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements.
Licensing Information
Native FPI units may be subject to state or territory licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Some imported units in the elective bank may be subject to state or territory codes, regulations, licences and/or permits. These units must be implemented in line with the licensing requirements outlined in the unit’s parent Training Package.
Employability Skills
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY | |
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on the packaging options. | |
Employability Skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication | Give and receive feedback constructively Establish and maintain communication with others in accordance with forestry operation requirements Record and report forestry operation procedures in accordance with workplace procedures Use appropriate communication and interpersonal techniques with colleagues and others |
Teamwork | Collect feedback on performance of team members from relevant sources and compare with established team learning needs Make plans to introduce change in consultation with appropriate personnel Provide workplace learning opportunities and coaching and mentoring assistance to facilitate individual and team achievement of competencies Report potential of fire to appropriate personnel |
Problem-solving | Control and monitor fire risks and hazards in accordance with workplace procedures Identify problems, environmental issues and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures Immediately assess and rectify problems to avoid repetition of lost product Monitor safe workplace procedures and safe work instructions for controlling risks and protecting the environment |
Initiative and enterprise | Coordinate product visual inspection before processing or completion Record and review improvement recommendations for resourcing requirements Review operational plans and site practices for potential improvement, modifications and time savings Use feedback from individuals or teams to identify and implement improvements in future learning arrangements |
Planning and organising | Identify and comply with applicable occupational health and safety, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to monitoring safety, health and environmental policies and procedures Monitor organisation of duties, equipment and materials in accordance with safety, health and environmental requirements and organisational procedures Plan potential of materials to provide the highest value added return Plan product recovery to optimise the resource value and minimise waste |
Self-management | Apply, monitor and coordinate quality system procedures to personal work Monitor care for the environment to check for integration into all day-to-day activities Monitor safe workplace procedures for dealing with environmental incidents, accidents and emergencies within scope of responsibilities Use and maintain personal protective equipment and clothing |
Learning | Identify and implement learning opportunities for others Identify learning and development program goals and objectives to match specific knowledge and skill requirements of competency standards Monitor training and operational controls to be in accordance with workplace procedures - training may include in-house or external training programs or one-on-one supervision Systematically identify and implement learning and development needs in line with organisational requirements |
Technology | Select equipment appropriate to potential work requirements and check for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations Use and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment |