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Maintain chainsaws

Maintain chainsaws

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2237
State Code
AXL66
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to maintain engine or electrically operated hand-held chainsaws. It includes sharpening chains and completing routine and frequently required service requirements as well as periodic servicing. Work is completed in a variety of work settings including a forest environment, agricultural, workshop, arboretum and horticultural settings.The unit applies to chainsaw operators. No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for chainsaw maintenance
  • 1.1 Select appropriate personal protective, maintenance and repair equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 1.2 Plan repair and maintenance activities in line with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations and organisational requirements
2. Complete chainsaw maintenance
  • 2.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.
  • 2.2 Complete routine and frequently required service requirements on chainsaws in line with manufacturer's instructions and organisational requirements
  • 2.3 Complete periodic service requirements on chainsaws in line with manufacturer's recommendations and organisational requirements
  • 2.4 Check chain for bluntness or damage.
  • 2.5 Remove, sharpen, adjust and replace chain and other components in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 2.6 Identify, diagnose, tag and report chainsaw faults, malfunctions or irregular operation for repair or replacement.
  • 2.7 Reassemble serviced chainsaw components, check for operational effectiveness, tag and store.
3. Complete maintenance records and clean up
  • 3.1 Complete, process and maintain records and reports in line with organisational procedures.
  • 3.2 Clear and clean work area and tools, and dispose of and recycle waste materials in line with environmental protection practices.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3816 FPICOT2237A Maintain chainsaws Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCR59 FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws Unit of competency