FWPCOT3347

Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate)

The course aims to develop knowledge and skills in:

• assessing, planning and safely carrying out manual tree-felling operations using a chainsaw in a non-production environment
• felling procedures for falling trees including multi stems, forward lean, backward lean & side lean with limited visible damage or defects
• small or medium diameter size trees than can be safely felled using intermediate felling practices that do not add complexity to the cutting techniques
• controlling fall direction with the use of wedges and/or control with hinge wood.

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About Tocal College

Renowned as a high quality training provider, Tocal College offers part-time and full-time agricultural courses, short courses, distance and flexible learning for Year 10, 11 or 12 school leavers and adults interested in careers in agriculture or in gaining credit towards a university degree.