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Fell small trees

KHU-AGR-0561

Australian Equivalent

AHCPCM205

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for tree felling, fell small trees and complete felling operations where hazards have been assessed as low risk. The unit applies to individuals who apply low risk work procedures and comply with worksite health and safety requirements when felling trees under general supervision, with limited autonomy or accountability. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Assist in preparation of worksite

0561.E1.O1Identify location of worksite and correct tree from scope of works, and confirm with supervisor

0561.E1.O2Identify site hazards, assess risks and report to supervisor

0561.E1.O3Confirm work zone with work crew, and monitor site

0561.E1.O4Confirm first aid and emergency personnel, equipment and procedures

0561.E1.O5Document and implement site health and safety in the workplace, environmental and traffic control measures according to workplace procedures

E2Identify tree felling requirements

0561.E2.O1Identify hazards and risks relevant to felling operation, and implement safe working practices to manage risks

0561.E2.O2Examine topography and site conditions

0561.E2.O3Identify factors influencing the tree felling operation, and confirm with supervisor

0561.E2.O4Identify trees considered outside own skill level for felling, and seek assistance from appropriate personnel

0561.E2.O5Determine natural direction of fall, safe fall zone and exclusion zone, and confirm with supervisor

0561.E2.O6Confirm tree felling operations and instructions with supervisor prior to undertaking work

E3Prepare for tree felling

0561.E3.O1Select and prepare felling equipment and component options appropriate to the task being undertaken

0561.E3.O2Prepare, transport and position support tools to minimise felling delays

0561.E3.O3Select and maintain safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) according to workplace health and safety requirements

0561.E3.O4Fit and use safety equipment and PPE applicable to the task being undertaken

0561.E3.O5Clear fall zone of obstacles and articles that may be damaged by felled tree

0561.E3.O6Establish clear escape route appropriate to site

E4Fell tree

0561.E4.O1Note and monitor location of other personnel

0561.E4.O2Carry out tree felling operation according to scope of works

0561.E4.O3Communicate with work team during operations using voice, hand or whistle signals

0561.E4.O4Determine standard tree felling techniques, patterns and cut sequences by ground conditions and state of canopy

0561.E4.O5Take corrective action in response to changing conditions or problems encountered

0561.E4.O6Use planned escape route when tree starts to fall

0561.E4.O7Monitor fall of tree and movement on ground until felled tree is stable

0561.E4.O8Undertake tree felling activities using documented low risk work methods

E5Complete tree felling operation

0561.E5.O1Determine appropriate method of clearing the site of felled tree

0561.E5.O2Select and use machinery required for removal of felled tree

0561.E5.O3Clear fall site of tree and all tree debris according to supervisor instructions

0561.E5.O4Clean and return machinery, tools and equipment to required location

0561.E5.O5Identify and report unserviceable machinery, tools and equipment according to workplace procedures

0561.E5.O6Report tree felling activities according to workplace procedures