Cambodian Skills Delivery Model

SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

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Operate and maintain chainsaws

KHU-AGR-0469

Australian Equivalent

AHCMOM213

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a hand-held chainsaw and maintain it in working condition. This unit applies to cross-cutting fallen timber using safe cutting techniques. The unit applies to individuals who apply low risk work procedures and comply with worksite health and safety requirements when operating hand-held chainsaws to carry out routine work. No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Assist in preparation of work-site

0469.E1.O1Identify location of worksite and fallen timber from scope of works and confirm with supervisor

0469.E1.O2Identify site hazards, assess risks and report to supervisor

0469.E1.O3Confirm first aid and emergency personnel, equipment and procedures

0469.E1.O4Document and implement site health and safety in the workplace, environmental and traffic control measures according to workplace procedures

E2Recognise and apply workplace safety procedures

0469.E2.O1Identify hazards and risks relevant to the maintenance and operation of chainsaws and implement safe working practices to manage risks

0469.E2.O2Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace safety procedures

0469.E2.O3Confirm with supervisor relevant licensing and legislative requirements with regard to the operation of chainsaws

0469.E2.O4Transport chainsaw safely according to operation and maintenance manual

E3Check and prepare chainsaw for use

0469.E3.O1Select tools and materials required for maintenance

0469.E3.O2Conduct routine checks and maintenance prior to operation, according to chainsaw operation and maintenance manual

0469.E3.O3Calculate required fuel oil ratios prior to mixing

0469.E3.O4Mix fuel and fuel chainsaw according to operation and maintenance manual

0469.E3.O5Identify, tag, record and report chainsaw faults or malfunctions to supervisor

E4Operate chainsaw

0469.E4.O1Communicate with work team during operations using voice, hand or whistle signals

0469.E4.O2Place supports to ensure a stable base for cutting

0469.E4.O3Identify materials to be cut and position them for operation

0469.E4.O4Visually assess material to be cut for defects and embedded hazards

0469.E4.O5Determine cutting methods appropriate to material type and implement risk controls

0469.E4.O6Select and use tools associated with chainsaw use

0469.E4.O7Operate chainsaw to cross-cut timber using documented low risk work methods

0469.E4.O8Identify and report work-site communication issues to supervisor

0469.E4.O9Identify and report environmental impacts of chainsaw operation to supervisor

E5Complete and check chainsaw operation

0469.E5.O1Record and report chainsaw damage, malfunction and irregular performance according to workplace procedures

0469.E5.O2Clean and store chainsaw according to workplace procedures and operation and maintenance manual

0469.E5.O3Dispose of debris from operation in accordance with environmental requirements

0469.E5.O4Maintain workplace documentation according to workplace procedures