Prune Shrubs and Small Trees Safety Training Course OutlineCORRECT TREE PRUNING TECHNIQUE TRAINING (Safely and Effectively Prune Shrubs and Small Trees )
Training Delivery:
Training and assessments conducted by chainsaw guru, Peter Tutt, (Chainsaw / pruning specialist with over 40 years of chainsaw direct industry technical and training experience), holder of Certificate IV Training and Assessment (TAE40116, TAE40110 & TAA40104)
Purpose
The object of this course is to provide participants with a basic understanding of tree biology (CODIT) and the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively assess pruning requirements and use the correct pruning tools, procedures and practices to minimize the adverse or negative effects of pruning on shrubs and small trees as per:
- Australian Standard: AS 4373 - 2007 Pruning Amenity Trees
- SafeWork Australia (2016) Guide for Managing Risks in Tree Trimming and Removal Works.
- Arboriculture Australia Minimum Industry Standards: MIS315 (2020) Chainsaw Operation and Tree Falling
Recognition of Training
A Certificate of Competency to Prune Shrubs and Small Trees as per AS 4373 - 2007 Pruning Amenity Trees will be issued to applicants who meet the criteria required from the course assessment. This may require supplementary evidence in the form of a report from a suitable supervisor, or further assessment.
Location
- 6 hours for most participants.
- Some participants, due to a variety of factors, may require more time to develop the knowledge & skills required to demonstrate competency.
Course Fees:
The courses will be run in groups of 8 to 15 participants at a cost of:
$275.00 (GST Free) per person
Individuals or smaller groups should contact us, as we may be able to
fit you into a larger group. Otherwise fees may be negotiated.
A
surcharge may apply for work on weekends or public holidays
Country Clients
Travel and accommodation costs may need to be added where applicable.
Content Summary
- Personal protective equipment
- Identify, assess and manage hazards associated with pruning shrubs and trees
- Tree biology (CODIT)
- Pruning assessment
- Consequences of poor pruning
- Pruning tool selection
- How to prune correctly
- Tool hygiene and maintenance
- Safe handling of tools
- Practical application and skills development
Assessment
Supervised written and/or verbal and practical assessment.
Equipment
Participants will need to wear their own pruning and protective equipment and hi-vis shirt.
All other required equipment and training notes are provided for participant's
use.
In order to increase training relevance and operator comfort,
trainees are encouraged to use any or all their own equipment if practicable.
This can include:
- Secateurs, Loppers, Hand Saws, Pole saw, tools, fuel and oil
- Safety equipment
- - Hard hat (pole saw)
- - Approved eye protection
- - Hearing protection (ear plugs or ear muffs)
- - Safety boots
- - Work gloves
- - Sunscreen
- - High visibility clothing
Demonstration of Competence:
From experience, we find that people have different levels of ability and experience when it comes to handling machinery. If a person, due to a lack of experience, requires more time to develop their skills, more time may be needed to increase their skills to a competent level.
Personal Requirements:
Participants should bring along their own personal requirements for the training day.
