
Desert to Coast Training and Assessing
Operate and Maintain Chainsaws
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Course Summary
This course provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to safely operate a hand-held chainsaw and maintain it in working condition.
This course applies to:
- Cross-cutting fallen timber using safe cutting techniques
- 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
Delivery mode
Desert to Coast Training and Assessing offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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The Operate and Maintain Chainsaws will prepare you for the following roles.
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About Desert to Coast Training and Assessing
Desert to Coast is a family-owned and operated business with a focus on customer satisfaction.
We pride ourselves on ensuring we provide the utmost quality training and assessment to our students that is why all of our trainers come with ample industry experience to better prepare our students.