View Unit : Use a chainsaw from a rope and harness

Unit

Unit Reference Number

H/600/4118

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Use a chainsaw from a rope and harness

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

3.2 Horticulture And Forestry

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Use a chainsaw from a rope and harness.	1.1	Demonstrate knowledge of operations that a TPO prohibits
		1.2	Carry out a hazard assessment of the tree(s) to be worked upon.
		1.3	Brief the ground staff
		1.4	Demonstrate knowledge of the risk hierarchy for load bearing supplementary anchor points and use of tools in the tree
		1.5	Check and prepare the chainsaw for intended operation(s)
		1.6	Demonstrate ways to send a chainsaw aloft to the climber
		1.7	Demonsrate the use of sewn tape slings for light weight limb removal
		1.8	Achieve a working position and receive the chainsaw.
		1.9	Start the warm (or cooled) saw in the tree
		1.10	Change work position for cutting
		1.11	Remove limbs using a chainsaw
		1.12	Demonstrate knowledge of chainsaw handling in exceptional circumstances
		1.13	Demonstrate knowledge of the reasons for correct natural target pruning

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