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Maintain chainsaws

Maintain chainsaws

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2254
State Code
OCR59
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/04/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
07/04/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the knowledge and skills required to maintain fuel or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws. The unit includes completing routine maintenance service as well as periodic maintenance servicing and chain sharpening. The unit applies to individuals who maintain chainsaws for or as part of arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, agriculture, conservation and land management, local government, emergency services and other government agency operations.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for chainsaw maintenance
  • 1.1 Determine maintenance requirements from work order or instruction and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Confirm safety and environmental requirements for the task according to workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with chainsaw maintenance activities
  • 1.4 Plan chainsaw maintenance activities according to manufacturer and workplace requirements
  • 1.5 Consult with team members and other appropriate personnel to ensure that chainsaw maintenance activities are coordinated effectively with others in the workplace
  • 1.6 Obtain tools and equipment needed for the chainsaw maintenance activities, and check for correct operation and safety
  • 1.7 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment
2. Complete chainsaw maintenance
  • 2.1 Follow workplace safety procedures and manufacturer instructions to lock out equipment
  • 2.2 Complete routine and frequently required service requirements on chainsaws according to manufacturer instructions and workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Complete periodic service requirements on chainsaws according to manufacturer recommendations and workplace requirements
  • 2.4 Check chain for bluntness or damage
  • 2.5 Remove, sharpen, adjust and replace chain and other components according to manufacturer requirements
  • 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, apply lock-out tag as required and store
3. Complete maintenance records and clean up
  • 3.1 Clear and clean work area according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Clean, inspect for serviceability and store tools and equipment
  • 3.3 Dispose of, recycle or reuse waste materials according to workplace requirements and environmental protection practices
  • 3.4 Complete, process and maintain records and reports according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXL66 FWPCOT2237 Maintain chainsaws Unit of competency