Chainsaw Cross Cut Course

CSC004C


The aim of the Chainsaw Cross Cut Course is to provide learners with the skills and knowledge to trim and cut felled trees with a chainsaw.

Target Audience:

Members who will be using a chainsaw during operations to trim and cut felled trees.

Learning Outcomes:

  • FWPCOT2256 Trim and cut felled trees

Content:

  • General Principles of Tree Operations
  • Know Your Chainsaw and Equipment
  • Chainsaw Safety
  • Chainsaw Maintenance
  • Trim and Crosscut Techniques
  • Pole Saw
  • Formative Exercises

Learning Methods and Duration:

This course can be conducted over a series of training days and/or evenings. 
Training: 28 hours 50mins
Assessment: 3 hours

Course Entry Requirements:

  • Field Operator Foundation level training
  • 1 of the following:
  • Storm Ground Course
  • Participate in a Rescue Operation Course
  • Land Search Course

Upcoming Workshops

Name Date Time Location Available Spaces
NWZ – Chainsaw Cross Cut Course 26 & 27 July 2025 08:30 am – 04:30 pm Tamworth 12
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Chainsaw Cross Cut Course 18 – 24 August 2025 06:00 pm – 02:00 pm Dubbo 20
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NWZ – Chainsaw Cross Cut Course 23 & 24 August 2025 08:30 am – 04:30 pm Moree 12
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TB CLUSTER Chainsaw Cross Cut Course 13 – 21 September 2025 08:30 am – 04:30 pm Murwillumbah 20
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Chainsaw Cross Cut Course 21 October – 2 November 2025 07:30 pm – 04:30 pm Liverpool 6
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TB CLUSTER Chainsaw Cross Cut Course 14 – 22 March 2026 08:30 am – 04:30 pm Murwillumbah 20
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