FWPCOT2254

Maintain Chainsaws

Nationally Recognised Certificate
Fast Certificate Turnaround
Experienced and Certified Instructors
Flexible Learning Options
Industry Validated

Course Description

The unit FWPCOT2254 – Maintain Chainsaws – is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge to perform routine maintenance and servicing of chainsaws used in forestry, arboriculture, and land management industries. This unit focuses on ensuring that learners can effectively maintain chainsaws to enhance safety, performance, and longevity, reducing the risk of malfunction during operations.

Throughout the course, students will learn how to inspect, clean, and service various components of a chainsaw, including the engine, chain, bar, and sprockets. The unit covers the proper techniques for sharpening chains, adjusting tension, and replacing worn parts to keep the equipment in optimal working condition. Learners will also develop an understanding of safe fuel handling, lubrication, and how to identify common mechanical issues that can affect chainsaw performance. Emphasis is placed on following manufacturer guidelines and safety procedures during maintenance activities.

This unit is ideal for individuals working in roles that involve frequent chainsaw use, such as forestry workers, arborists, and land managers. It is also valuable for anyone responsible for maintaining chainsaw equipment in commercial or agricultural settings.

By completing FWPCOT2254, students will be able to perform regular chainsaw maintenance confidently, ensuring the tool operates safely and efficiently. These skills are critical for prolonging the lifespan of equipment, minimising downtime, and maintaining workplace safety in chainsaw operations.

Units Delivered

Cost: $340.00

FWPCOT2254 – Maintain Chainsaws

Additional Information

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
The visual acuity and manual dexterity to disassemble a chainsaw, sharpen the chain and other components and reassemble the serviced chainsaw components
The physical ability to safely service and maintain chainsaws. Participants must demonstrate sufficient physical capacity to handle, lift, carry, and manoeuvre chainsaws and related components during cleaning, disassembly, sharpening, inspection, and reassembly tasks.
Basic skills to interpret and complete workplace documentation, using technical and workplace specific vocabulary; and consult and coordinate with team members and other appropriate personnel to ensure chainsaw maintenance activities are completed as well as the numeracy skills to calculate ratios and measure quantities of oils and fuels
It is recommended students wear lace up steel boots, chain saw trousers or chaps and a 3 in one helmet (hard hat, wear muffs and visor)

Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Trainer support is available throughout the course. Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) support and wellbeing support are available on request. We provide 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.