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Chainsaw Training Courses

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Accredited Chainsaw Units

FWPCOT2254 Maintain Chainsaws

FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsaws

Course Description

The course applies to individuals who are required to conduct routine and periodic servicing as well as chain sharpening for fuel, battery, or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws. In addition to removing, sharpening, and replacing the chain and maintaining accurate cutter angles and matching pitches and gauges, this unit includes dismantling, cleaning, inspecting and re-assembling the power head and cutting attachments.

Typically, they are involved in arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations and responsible for maintaining fuel or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws as part of their role.

This unit of competency stands alone and incorporates the content of the following units:

  • FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws
Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

  • FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsaws
Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

  • Face-to-Face: Face to Face contact time of at least 4 Hours
Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
  • The visual acuity and manual dexterity to disassemble a chainsaw, sharpen the chain and other components and reassemble the serviced chainsaw components
  • The physical ability to safely service and maintain chainsaws. Participants must demonstrate sufficient physical capacity to handle, lift, carry, and manoeuvre chainsaws and related components during cleaning, disassembly, sharpening, inspection, and reassembly tasks.
  • Basic skills to interpret and complete workplace documentation, using technical and workplace specific vocabulary; and consult and coordinate with team members and other appropriate personnel to ensure chainsaw maintenance activities are completed as well as the numeracy skills to calculate ratios and measure quantities of oils and fuels
  • It is recommended students wear lace up steel boots, chain saw trousers or chaps and a 3 in one helmet (hard hat, ear muffs and visor)
Assessment Requirements

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

Certificate Renewal Requirements

This certificate does not require renewal

Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Assessment Activities

Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:

Performance tasks:

  • Performance Task – Conduct chainsaw maintenance
  • Complete one (1) routine and frequently required service requirements for a chainsaw
  • Complete one (1) periodic service for a chainsaw
  • Disassemble a chainsaw and replace the chain and/ or other components and reassemble the new or serviced chainsaw components
  • Check and sharpen two (2) chains according to manufacturer instructions
  • Identify, diagnose, tag and report chainsaw faults, malfunctions, or irregular operation

Documentation:

  • Risk Assessment
  • Chainsaw maintenance checklist

Theory assessment:

A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.

Core Skill Requirements

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.

  • Learning: I can follow instructions, ask for help when I don’t understand something, and apply what I’ve learned to keep myself and others safe.
  • Reading: I can read and understand maintenance instructions, safety signs, and product labels.
  • Writing: I can write short notes, lists or reminders, like when something needs to be fixed or checked.
  • Oral Communication: I can listen to instructions, ask questions if I’m unsure, and speak clearly about equipment issues.
  • Numeracy: I can use basic numbers and measurements to check parts and follow maintenance procedures.

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FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees

FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled trees

Course Description

This unit applies to individuals who are responsible for trimming and cutting felled or fallen trees with a chainsaw. Individuals will learn to visually assess the job activity; correctly identify areas of compression and tension in logs; learn different cut types; and how to plan the sequences of cuts accordingly. Individuals will also develop the skills and knowledge required to undertake basic operator maintenance for fuel or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws.

Typically, these individuals work in the arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations. This unit does not apply to commercial harvesting operations except for minor forest produce.

This unit of competency stands alone and incorporates the content of the following unit:

  • FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees
Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

  • FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled trees
Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

  • Refresher: Face to Face contact time of at least 7 Hours
  • Face-to-Face: Face to Face contact time of at least 14 Hours
Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
  • The visual acuity and manual dexterity to disassemble a chainsaw, sharpen the chain and other components and reassemble the serviced chainsaw components.
  • The physical ability to safely trim and cut felled trees while using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Participants must demonstrate sufficient physical capacity to handle and operate a chainsaw safely, including the ability to lift, carry, and manoeuvre equipment and materials commonly used during trimming and cutting operations.
  • Adequate vision and hearing to identify hazards, assess tree characteristics, monitor environmental conditions, and perform felling tasks safely
  • Basic skills to interpret and complete workplace documentation using technical and workplace specific vocabulary; and effectively consult and coordinate with team members and other appropriate personnel to complete the work
  • It is recommended students wear lace up steel boots, chain saw trousers or chaps and a 3 in one helmet (hard hat, ear muffs and visor)

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required.

The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Assessment Requirements

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

Certificate Renewal Requirements

This certificate does not require renewal

Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Assessment Activities

Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:

Performance Tasks:

  • Check and sharpen (or change) a saw chain, according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Assess, plan and conduct the trimming and cutting of a felled tree using a chainsaw
  • Demonstrate six (6) cut types: bridging cuts, swinging cuts, boring cuts, wedge cuts, ripping cuts, and stagger or step cuts.

Documentation:

  • Equipment Details & Maintenance Checklist
  • Equipment Pre-Operation Checklist
  • Risk Assessment
  • Trimming and Cutting Record

Theory Assessment:

A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.

Core Skill Requirements

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.

  • Learning: I can follow instructions, ask for help when I don’t understand something, and apply what I’ve learned to keep myself and others safe.
  • Reading: I can read and understand work instructions, signs, and safety procedures before starting a task.
  • Writing: I can complete simple forms or write notes to record what work was done or to report issues.
  • Oral Communication: I can listen to instructions, ask questions when I’m unsure, and talk with others to stay safe on site.
  • Numeracy: I can use numbers and measurements to cut logs to the right size and check cutting angles if needed.

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FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)

FWPCOT2275 - Fell trees manually (basic)

Course Description

Also known as Chainsaw Level 2, this course applies to individuals who are involved in arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations, responsible for felling basic trees using a chainsaw. It will provide individuals with the skills and knowledge required that may be required to assess and manually fall small trees with a low level of complexity and to complete operator maintenance.

Basic trees are small to medium trees that can be safely and predictably felled using standard cutting techniques. They are sound, stable, and free from significant defects or excessive lean. Their size, structure, and surrounding site conditions allow the fall to be planned and controlled without complex cuts or mechanical assistance. Trees classified as basic trees may have some of the following characteristics:

  • lean and distribution of the crown weight does not create a complex situation to assess, place the cut or fall
  • no excessive lean
  • no visible damage or defect
  • uniform in structure
  • species that are not prone to free splitting and adverse reactions during felling
  • single stem or non-complex multi-stems
  • small or medium diameter that can be safely felled using standard and basic felling techniques
  • site characteristics that do not add significant complexity to the operation

This unit of competency stands alone and incorporates the content of the following units:

  • FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)
Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

  • FWPCOT2275 - Fell trees manually (basic)
Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

  • Refresher: Face to Face contact time of at least 7 Hours
  • Face-to-Face: Face to Face contact time of at least 14 Hours
Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
  • The physical ability to safely fell basic trees while using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Participants must demonstrate sufficient physical capacity to handle and operate a chainsaw safely, including the ability to lift, carry, and manoeuvre equipment and materials commonly used during felling operations.
  • Adequate vision and hearing to identify hazards, assess tree characteristics, monitor environmental conditions, and perform felling tasks safely
  • Protective footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required.

The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Assessment Requirements

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

Certificate Renewal Requirements

This certificate does not require renewal

Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Assessment Activities

Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:

Practical assessment

  • Performance Task - Maintain chainsaw and cutting attachments
  • Performance Task - Fell a Basic Tree (1)
  • Performance Task - Fell a Basic Tree (2)
  • Performance Task - Fell a Basic Tree (3)

Documentation

  • Form - Equipment Details & Maintenance Checklist
  • Form - Equipment Pre-Operation Checklist
  • Form – Risk Assessment

Theory assessment: A written assessment consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions. All questions must be completed.

Core Skill Requirements

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.

  • Learning: I can follow instructions, ask for help when I don’t understand something, and apply what I’ve learned to keep myself and others safe
  • Reading: I can read and understand short texts like safety signs, labels, and basic procedures.
  • Writing: I can write short notes or fill in simple forms with basic information.
  • Oral Communication: I can listen to instructions and talk with others to check I’ve understood correctly.
  • Numeracy: I can use numbers to follow steps in order or check simple measurements or quantities.

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Combined Chainsaw Packages

Course Set - FWPCOT2254 & FWPCOT2273 (Maintain chainsaws, Trim and cut felled trees)

Course Set - FWPCOT2254 & FWPCOT2273 (Maintain chainsaws, Trim and cut felled trees)

Course Description

Also known as Chainsaw Level 1, this course set applies to individuals who are responsible for trimming and cutting felled or fallen trees with a chainsaw. Individuals will learn to visually assess the job activity; correctly identify areas of compression and tension in logs; learn different cut types; and how to plan the sequences of cuts accordingly. Individuals will also develop the skills and knowledge required to conduct routine and periodic servicing for fuel or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws including dismantling, cleaning, inspecting and re-assembling the power head and cutting attachments.

Typically, these individuals work in arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations. Please note, this unit does not apply to commercial harvesting operations except for minor forest produce.

This course set incorporates the content of the following units:

  • FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws
  • FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees
Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

  • FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsaws
  • FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled trees
Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

  • Refresher: Face to Face contact time of at least 8 Hours
  • Face-to-Face: Face to Face contact time of at least 16 Hours
Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
  • The visual acuity and manual dexterity to disassemble a chainsaw, sharpen the chain and other components and reassemble the serviced chainsaw components.
  • The physical ability to safely service and maintain chainsaws and use a chainsaw to trim and cut felled trees. Participants must demonstrate sufficient physical capacity to handle, lift, carry, and manoeuvre chainsaws and related components during cleaning, disassembly, sharpening, inspection, reassembly, trimming and cutting tasks.
  • Adequate vision and hearing to identify hazards, assess tree characteristics, monitor environmental conditions, and perform trimming and cutting tasks safely.
  • Basic skills to interpret and complete workplace documentation, using technical and workplace specific vocabulary; and consult and coordinate with team members and other appropriate personnel to ensure chainsaw maintenance activities are completed as well as the numeracy skills to calculate ratios and measure quantities of oils and fuels.
  • It is recommended students wear lace up steel boots, chain saw trousers or chaps and a 3 in one helmet (hard hat, ear muffs and visor).

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required.

The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Assessment Requirements

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

Certificate Renewal Requirements

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:

UnitPeriod
FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsawsNot applicable
FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled treesNot applicable
Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Assessment Activities

Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:

Performance tasks:

  • Conduct chainsaw maintenance
  • Complete one (1) routine and frequently required service requirements for a chainsaw
  • Complete one (1) periodic service for a chainsaw
  • Disassemble a chainsaw and replace the chain and/or other components and reassemble the serviced chainsaw components
  • Check and sharpen two (2) chains according to manufacturer instructions
  • Identify, diagnose, tag and report chainsaw faults, malfunctions, or irregular operation
  • Assess, plan and conduct the trimming and cutting of a felled tree using a chainsaw
  • Demonstrate six (6) cut types: bridging cuts, swinging cuts, boring cuts, wedge cuts, ripping cuts, and stagger or step cuts

Documentation:

  • Risk Assessment
  • Chainsaw maintenance checklist
  • Equipment Details & Maintenance Checklist
  • Equipment Pre-Operation Checklist
  • Trimming and Cutting Record

Theory Assessment:

A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.

Core Skill Requirements

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.

  • Learning: I can follow instructions, ask for help when I don’t understand something, and apply what I’ve learned to keep myself and others safe.
  • Reading: I can read and understand maintenance instructions, safety signs, product labels, work instructions and safety procedures.
  • Writing: I can write short notes, lists or reminders, complete simple forms, or record basic information.
  • Oral Communication: I can listen to instructions, ask questions when I’m unsure, and talk with others to stay safe on site.
  • Numeracy: I can use basic numbers and measurements to check parts, follow maintenance procedures, cut logs to the right size, and check cutting angles if needed.

Please contact for pricing

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Course Set - FWPCOT2254, FWPCOT2275 & FWPCOT2273 (Maintain chainsaws, Basic felling, Trim and cut felled trees)

Course Set - FWPCOT2254, FWPCOT2275 & FWPCOT2273 (Maintain chainsaws, Basic felling, Trim and cut felled trees)

Course Description

This course set applies to individuals who are responsible for assessing and manually felling basic trees, as well as trimming and cutting felled or fallen trees with a chainsaw. Individuals will learn to visually assess the job activity; correctly identify areas of compression and tension in logs; learn different cut types; and how to plan the sequences of cuts accordingly. Individuals will also develop the skills and knowledge required to conduct routine and periodic servicing for fuel or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws including dismantling, cleaning, inspecting and re-assembling the power head and cutting attachments.

Typically, these individuals work in arboriculture, forestry, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations. Please note, this unit does not apply to commercial harvesting operations except for minor forest produce.

This course set incorporates the content of the following units:

  • FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws
  • FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)
  • FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees
Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

  • FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsaws
  • FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled trees
  • FWPCOT2275 - Fell trees manually (basic)
Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

  • Refresher: Face to Face contact time of at least 9 Hours
  • Face-to-Face: Face to Face contact time of at least 16 Hours
Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • The visual acuity and manual dexterity to disassemble a chainsaw, sharpen the chain and other components and reassemble the serviced chainsaw components.
  • Basic skills to interpret and complete workplace documentation, using technical and workplace specific vocabulary; and consult and coordinate with team members and other appropriate personnel to ensure chainsaw maintenance activities are completed as well as the numeracy skills to calculate ratios and measure quantities of oils and fuels.
  • The physical capacity to use a chainsaw whilst wearing the appropriate PPE to fell basic trees.
  • It is recommended students wear lace up steel boots, chain saw trousers or chaps and a 3 in one helmet (hard hat, ear muffs and visor).
Assessment Requirements

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

Certificate Renewal Requirements

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:

UnitPeriod
FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsawsNot applicable
FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled treesNot applicable
FWPCOT2275 - Fell trees manually (basic)Not applicable
Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Assessment Activities

Practical assessment:

  • Performance Task - Conduct Chainsaw Maintenance
  • Form - Chainsaw Maintenance Checklist
  • Performance Task - Fell a Basic Tree (1)
  • Form - Equipment Pre-Operation Checklist
  • Form - Risk Assessment
  • Performance Task - Fell a Basic Tree (2)
  • Performance Task - Fell a Basic Tree (3)
  • Performance Task - Trim and cut felled trees
  • Form - Trimming and Cutting Record

Theory Assessment:

A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.

Core Skill Requirements

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.

  • Learning: I can follow instructions, ask for help when I don’t understand, and use what I’ve learned to work safely with a chainsaw.
  • Reading: I can read and understand work instructions, safety signs, labels, and basic chainsaw procedures.
  • Writing: I can write short notes or complete simple forms to report work done, maintenance needs, or issues.
  • Oral Communication: I can listen to instructions, ask questions, and talk with others to stay safe when using or maintaining a chainsaw.
  • Numeracy: I can use numbers and measurements to follow steps, check parts, or cut logs to the right size.

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Resources

Downloadable government guides and checklists to support chainsaw operations, maintenance, and site safety.

External chainsaw safety resources are published by their respective regulators. MedFire links to these resources for compliance training support and does not claim affiliation or endorsement.