Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Forest Operations
Certificate IV in Forest Operations
FWP40121
BHL5
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 26/04/2024 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 25/01/2023 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 28/01/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the job of people who work as managers or crew leaders in forestry contractor businesses.
Individuals with this qualification apply a broad range of specialised skills and knowledge in forest operations management. This includes establishing operational plans for forestry operations and supervising teams involved in implementing operational plans in line with the requirements of a forest management organisation.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- Twelve (12) units of competency:
- two (2) core units plus
- ten (10) elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the alignment between the qualification and the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- at least three (3) units must be selected from Group A
- at least three (3) units must be selected from Group B
- remaining units can be selected from Groups A, B or C and can include up to two (2) units from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All two (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODS46 | FWPCOR4205 | Monitor and improve forestry operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODS49 | FWPCOR4204 | Monitor safety, health and environmental requirements in forest and wood products operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Management Systems Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be completed from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Forest Operations Management Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be completed from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Other Elective Units
Remaining units can be selected from Groups A, B or C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODS73 | FWPCOT5215 | Apply innovative thinking to support forestry best practice | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OFD06 | FWPCOT3346 | Communicate effectively with general public or stakeholders concerned about forest practices | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCF00 | BSBPEF402 | Develop personal work priorities | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCE63 | BSBPMG634 | Facilitate stakeholder engagement | 35 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAL1 | FWP40116 | Certificate IV in Forest Operations | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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