Tocal College
Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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.
Delivery mode
Tocal College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Participants must show proof of competency in FWPCOT2253 Fall trees manually (basic), or equivalent by providing a certified copy of their previous training transcript.
Participants must be 16 years old or over.
This course requires a high level of physical fitness and manual dexterity. If you are unsure whether you meet these requirements, please talk to our short course coordinator before enrolment.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate) will prepare you for the following roles.
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.
