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Hook up felled logs using cables (choker)

Hook up felled logs using cables (choker)

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPHAR2203
State Code
AXK43
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to fasten choker cables around logs for yarding from the cutting area to the landing, and to assist with line shifts. Work is completed in a forest or forest farm setting.The unit applies to choker setters in a forest or forest farm environment.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for choker setter operations
  • 1.1 Review work order and, where required, check with appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Identify type and quantity of logs to be extracted and assess area for safety and environmental protection practices
  • 1.3 Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness
  • 1.4 Plan choker setter and cable operations in line with work order
2. Hook up logs
  • 2.1 Identify audible or visual signal system to be used
  • 2.2 Select specific logs for next return prior to return of rigging in line with planned operations
  • 2.3 Assess position of logs to be extracted in line with haul line, hook up point and likely movement
  • 2.4 Monitor stability of logs to be extracted and take precautions against movement in line with logging code of practice
  • 2.5 Direct and control positioning of rigging using signals and strawlines to facilitate planned hook ups
  • 2.6 Pull out slack for chokers and grapple ropes to allow safe hook up.
  • 2.7 Set chokers or grapples close to end of logs
  • 2.8 Vacate to a safe area prior to signalling extraction
  • 2.9 Record and report hook up process and equipment faults to rigging slinger
3. Assist with line shifts
  • 3.1 Clear all logs to be hauled with existing line position before line shift is initiated
  • 3.2 Notch stumps in line with code requirements and rigging method to be used
  • 3.3 Pull slack on all lines prior to release of existing rigging
  • 3.4 Dismantle rigging components on existing line, check and set up on new line
  • 3.5 Move obstructions which may cause binding or damage during hauling
  • 3.6 Assist climber to rig spars, tail trees and intermediate supports
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6024 FPIHAR2203B Hook up felled logs using cables (choker) Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCR35 FWPHAR2201 Hook up felled trees (choker) Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAK5 FWP20216 Certificate II in Harvesting and Haulage Qualification