Safe Chainsaw Operations
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
If you are working in a job across the conservation, horticulture or viticulture industries, this short course will train you in the safe use of chainsaws.
From simple pruning and cutting up firewood to felling trees, knowing how to properly use and maintain a chainsaw is essential for both the user’s safety and that of others. This is a must-have for many forestry positions, including arborist, conservation, groundsmen and horticulturists.
Learn how to work chainsaws with safety and confidence
Health and safety are the primary focus, with attention on first aid, positioning, and cutting techniques.
Upon completing the course, you will have proven that you can:
- Assemble, maintain, and operate chainsaws to a professional standard
- Are competent enough to use chainsaws in accord with current requirements for the operation of a chainsaw in the workplace
The course is run over four days and includes practical tasks. The first two days are a block course on campus where you will cover the course outline and safety requirements.
Then you will go back to your workplace and spend time on the chainsaw gaining experience. In the final two days of the course, we will assess your practical competence for awarding of the final unit.
Please note online enrolments for our courses close on the course start date.
About the provider
At NMIT, our goal is to ensure you graduate work-ready and confident in your knowledge and skills to step into a successful career. Our wrap-around support services guide you through the process of learning, teaching you skills for life and ensuring your well-being is supported so you can focus on achieving your goals.
NMIT strives to make meaningful and positive change to the businesses and members in our community. For nearly 120 years, we have stood strong as a cornerstone for high-quality tertiary education and community engagement Te Tauihu (the Top of the South).
This means when you join NMIT, you become connected to a network of industry partners and employment opportunities that can open doors for you. Our passionate tutors across multiple study areas are highly regarded and influential in their chosen fields.
Whatever path you wish to pursue, we'll do what we can to help you reach your goal. Our internationally recognised qualifications are yours for the taking, and the journey to get them can be a rewarding and uplifting experience.