Forestry Courses in Mackay
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FWPFGM3212
The FWPFGM3212 Fall Trees Manually (Intermediate) course equips chainsaw operators with the skills to assess, plan, and safely perform manual tree-felling operations. It focuses on trees of low complexity and those requiring advanced techniques, such as scarf and back cuts and wedge use. This training is suitable for forestry, agriculture, local councils, emergency services, and government sectors, excluding commercial harvesting. It also includes operator maintenance for chainsaws and applies to trees wi...
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AHCMOM317
The AHCMOM317 Operate Tractors with Attachments covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare, operate, and maintain tractors with attached equipment. It emphasises safety, biosecurity considerations, and compliance with Australian standards. This unit is suited to individuals working under broad direction who are responsible for their own tasks. Tractors must be operated in accordance with relevant licensing requirements and workplace health and safety regulations.
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FWP20122
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Get started in the Australian forestry industry with the FWP20122 Certificate II in Forest Operations. This nationally recognised certificate is an excellent introduction to timber and forestry work and qualifies you for forest hand or nursery assistant positions. The course covers: on-the-job communications and safety, environmental protection and cultural heritage, safe lifting and carrying, site biosecurity procedures, setting cuttings, transplanting tree seedlings, operating tractors and work vehicle...
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FWP30122
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12 months - 24 months
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Become a forestry worker with the FWP30122 Certificate III in Forest Operations. This nationally recognised training course has a number of specialisations including: General Operations, Silviculture, Timber Harvesting and Haulage, and Forest Nursery Production. The course covers: introduction to the forest and wood products industry, worksite communication and safety, environmental protection procedures, soil and water protection, cultural heritage protection, remote first aid, and more. Enquire now for...
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12 months - 24 months
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