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FWPCOT2273 – Trim and cut felled trees

Forestry Operations

Learn safe techniques to trim and cut felled trees, including hazard identification, cutting plans and controlled processing.

Course Overview

This course provides the skills and knowledge required to trim and cut felled trees safely and efficiently. Participants learn how to assess the work area, identify hazards such as tension and compression, plan cuts, apply safe cutting techniques, and manage timber movement and stability during processing. Training includes practical activities to build safe decision-making and consistent work methods when processing felled timber.

Key Details

Delivery: Face-to-face (theory + practical) or workplace-based delivery for group bookings (where suitable)

Start / Intake Information: Regular intakes are available. Contact Health Security Education for upcoming course dates.

Schedule / Time Commitment: Allow up to 1 day (up to 6 hours), including practical activities and assessment.

Work Placement: No work placement required

Units of Competency / Course Content

FWPCOT2273 – Trim and cut felled trees


Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for workers who process felled trees as part of forestry operations, vegetation clearing, storm damage clean-up, land management and similar work.

Course Details

Delivery ModeFace to face
National RecognisedYes
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Course Information

Minimum age: 18 years.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites. Prior chainsaw experience is recommended. Workplace authorisation and site requirements may apply.
Language, literacy and numeracy: All learners complete an LLN assessment. Support is available where required.
PPE / equipment / IT access: Chainsaw PPE is required for practical sessions, including safety helmet, eye and hearing protection, chainsaw gloves, protective legwear and safety boots. A device with internet access is required if online learning is included.
Workplace or site access requirements: Participants must be physically capable of completing practical activities, with reasonable adjustments available where appropriate.

Assessment may include knowledge questions and practical demonstrations of trimming and cross-cutting techniques, hazard controls and safe processing aligned to the unit outcomes.

On successful completion, participants will be issued a Statement of Attainment by Health Security Education (RTO #40907) for FWPCOT2273 – Trim and cut felled trees. A valid USI is required prior to certification issuance.

Course fees include training, assessment and (where applicable) issuance of certification for participants who successfully meet competency requirements.
Course fees may not include personal PPE, travel, onsite delivery travel costs, replacement certificates, or additional resources unless stated.

Funding and subsidies: Where applicable, funding or subsidies may be available for eligible participants.
Payment terms: Payment is required prior to course commencement unless otherwise arranged.
Refunds and withdrawals: Refunds are managed in accordance with Health Security Education’s Fees and Refunds Policy. Written notice is required to withdraw.

Trainer support is available throughout the course. Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) support and wellbeing support are available on request. Health Security Education provides a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Participants must follow trainer instructions and use equipment safely. Reasonable adjustment is available where appropriate.
USI: A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required prior to the issuance of nationally recognised certification.
Policies and processes (including Complaints & Appeals) are available via the Student Handbook.

Credit Transfer: Available for equivalent completed units where a valid and current Statement of Attainment is provided.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): May be available for learners who can provide evidence of current competence.
Pathways: This unit may support entry into further training pathways in health, community services, emergency response, workplace safety, or related outcomes, depending on learner goals and packaging rules.