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Operate and Maintain Chainsaws

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TASMSS0117-V01

Operate and Maintain Chainsaws

Course overview

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Locations

North
Alanvale

North West
Burnie

South
Clarence

Attendance options

Short course

Study type

On-Site

Tuition Fees

Subsidised $ 310.00
Concession* $ 103.32
Commercial $ 940.00
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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to efficiently operate a chainsaw and reduce your risk of injury.

Learn how to better understand your chainsaw and gain the maintenance skills you need to keep it operating at its very best.

In this two-day course, you will learn about your chainsaw’s components, their ancillary equipment and functions as well as proper maintenance, storage and transporting procedures.

You’ll also have the opportunity to prepare and use chainsaw aids and equipment safely and identify and demonstrate safety requirements for chainsaw operations, as well as learn about safe, effective work practices and procedures.

If you are an employer, this course may also be delivered at your workplace at a time that is suitable to you and your staff. Ask us how we can customise this training for you and your business.

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units completed.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Alanvale	26 Apr 2023 - 27 Apr 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Enquire now
Alanvale	29 May 2023 - 30 May 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Enquire now
Alanvale	26 Jun 2023 - 27 Jun 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Alanvale	24 Jul 2023 - 25 Jul 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Alanvale	21 Aug 2023 - 22 Aug 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now

Alanvale	4 Sep 2023 - 5 Sep 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Alanvale	16 Oct 2023 - 17 Oct 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Alanvale	27 Nov 2023 - 28 Nov 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Alanvale	11 Dec 2023 - 12 Dec 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory, written assessment and chainsaw maintenance Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must wear steel cap boots Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
South
Clarence	24 Jul 2023 - 25 Jul 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	14 Aug 2023 - 15 Aug 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	11 Sep 2023 - 12 Sep 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	25 Sep 2023 - 26 Sep 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	30 Oct 2023 - 31 Oct 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now

Clarence	1 Nov 2023 - 2 Nov 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	13 Nov 2023 - 14 Nov 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	11 Dec 2023 - 12 Dec 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8.30am - 4.00pm Day 1 Theory Day 2 Practical (off-campus) Students must have own transport	On-Site	Apply now
North West
Burnie	20 Jun 2023 - 21 Jun 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8:30am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory (On Campus) Day 2 Practical (Freer Farm) Students must have own transport.	On-Site	Apply now
Burnie	19 Jul 2023 - 20 Jul 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8:30am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory (On Campus) Day 2 Practical (Freer Farm) Students must have own transport.	On-Site	Apply now
Burnie	8 Aug 2023 - 9 Aug 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8:30am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory (On Campus) Day 2 Practical (Freer Farm) Students must have own transport.	On-Site	Apply now
Burnie	5 Sep 2023 - 6 Sep 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8:30am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory (On Campus) Day 2 Practical (Freer Farm) Students must have own transport.	On-Site	Apply now
Burnie	18 Sep 2023 - 19 Sep 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8:30am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory (On Campus) Day 2 Practical (Freer Farm) Students must have own transport.	On-Site	Apply now

Burnie	2 Nov 2023 - 3 Nov 2023	Short course 2-Day Course 8:30am - 4:00pm Day 1 Theory (On Campus) Day 2 Practical (Freer Farm) Students must have own transport.	On-Site	Apply now

Entry

This course has the following essential entry requirements:

Students must be at least 16 years of age.

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

Desirable skills & attributes What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

For this course, you will need:

You must wear steel capped safety boots (lace-up) and personal safety equipment. Safety equipment can be supplied if necessary.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attainment for successfully completed units.

Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.

Core units
AHCMOM213	Operate and maintain chainsaws

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