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Basic Tree Worker Skill Set

Basic Tree Worker Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00103
State Code
AE209
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
26/08/2020
Current Release Date
15/02/2022
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
112
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 15/02/2022 Current Approved
1.00 26/08/2020 Replaced Replaced
Description
This skill set provides the basic knowledge and skills required to operate chainsaws to cut and trim felled trees, remove tree materials and control traffic in support of a ground based arboricultural work team.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide pathways into the Certificate II in Arboriculture and Certificate III in Arboriculture.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to the following units in some states and territories and may differ according to jurisdiction:
FWPCOT2239 Trim and cut felled trees
RIIWHS205E Control traffic with stop-slow bat
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals wanting to enter the arboriculture industry with basic mechanical skills required to support ground based arboricultural work.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the FWP Forest and Wood Products, HLT Health and RII Resources and Infrastructure Training Packages meet the minimum standards for supporting ground based arboriculture work.
General notes
Schedule
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBM75 RIIWHS205E Control traffic with stop-slow bat 4 Unit of competency
AXL66 FWPCOT2237 Maintain chainsaws 20 Unit of competency
AXK40 FWPHAR2206 Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher 30 Unit of competency
OCD30 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid 18 Unit of competency
AXL63 FWPCOT2239 Trim and cut felled trees 40 Unit of competency
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