FWPHAR3235 — Conduct mechanically assisted tree falling operations

1 Prepare for tree pushing or pulling

• 1.1Determine job requirements from work order or instruction and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
• 1.2Confirm safety and environmental requirements, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE), for the task according to workplace procedures
• 1.3Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with mechanically assisted tree falling operations
• 1.4Identify emergency plan procedures to follow in the event of an incident or accident
• 1.5Select appropriate cutting equipment and pushing or pulling equipment for work, and check for operational effectiveness
• 1.6Consult with appropriate personnel to ensure that work is coordinated effectively with others in the workplace
• 1.7Identify type and quantity of trees to be pushed or pulled, and assess for safe working conditions
• 1.8Plan tree pushing or pulling activities according to workplace procedures and environmental requirements

2 Assess and plan tree pushing or pulling

• 2.1Assess tree location and stability for conditions likely to affect safety of tree pushing or pulling activities
• 2.2Visually assess tree for defects, grade and recovery status
• 2.3Mark trees too dangerous to be felled safely and refer to appropriate personnel
• 2.4Apply manual or mechanical techniques to clear growth around tree
• 2.5Plan cutting sequence to control direction of the fall and minimise damage to the tree, hang-ups and surrounding environment
• 2.6Plan and clear an escape route
• 2.7Establish and maintain communication with other personnel to ensure safety

3 Push or pull trees

• 3.1Perform pre-start-up checks on equipment according to workplace procedures
• 3.2Monitor movement and whereabouts of other personnel to ensure safety
• 3.3Remove and clear leaders according to tree pushing or pulling plan
• 3.4Identify and diagnose unexpected tree characteristics, and review planned actions
• 3.5Check winches, cables and machinery for correct tension and position and make scarf cut according to planned falling direction and safety requirements
• 3.6Make appropriate cuts below scarf cut to assist fall angle of tree
• 3.7Use planned escape route once tree begins to fall
• 3.8Monitor movement of tree on ground until stable, and immediately flag and clear trees that hang up
• 3.9Clear work site of refuse created by tree falling following workplace environmental care procedures
• 3.10Record and report tree pushing or pulling operations according to workplace procedures

4 Conduct operator maintenance

• 4.1Follow equipment lock-out procedures according to workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
• 4.2Inspect condition of tools and equipment on completion of felling activities
• 4.3Identify blunt or damaged chainsaw chain
• 4.4Remove, sharpen, maintain, adjust and refit chainsaw chain and other components according to manufacturer recommendations
• 4.5Assess and adjust chainsaw setup according to workplace procedures
• 4.6Check and service tree pushing or pulling equipment according to workplace procedures
• 4.7Record and report equipment maintenance activities according to workplace procedures

What does an assessment tool for FWPHAR3235 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FWPHAR3235 needs to address all 57 unit components: 4 elements with 32 performance criteria, 10 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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