Chainsaw Skill Set
Do you know how to operate and maintain your chainsaw in a safe manner?
The appropriate and safe use of a chainsaw is a specialist skill that requires expert training. Get the job done quickly and safely with this 2 day short course!
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.
This is a targeted skill set related to the Skills Ready program, which is aimed at rebuilding our local businesses and communities with free and reduced-price training. Other skill sets can be found on our Skill sets and short courses (opens in a new tab) page.
Overview
Campus Halls Creek | Kununurra
When Semester 1, 2025
Study Mode On Campus
Participants will learn how to:
- Safely operate and maintain a handheld chainsaw
- Recognise and report hazards
- Participate in arrangements for maintaining work health and safety
Units:
AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws
AHCWHS202 Participate in work health and safety processes
You will need to have the following PPE at a minimum when conducting the practical assessments:
- Hi-Vis Long sleeve shirt
- Long Pants
- Steel Cap Boots
- Hard Hat
- Safety Glasses
- Gloves
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $113.40 + Resource fee $19.20 )
(Tuition fee* $33.60 + Resource fee $19.20 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes | $56.70 | $16.80 | $10.75 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $113.40 + Resource fee $19.20 )
(Tuition fee* $33.60 + Resource fee $19.20 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes | $56.70 | $16.80 | $10.75 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $113.40 + Resource fee $19.20 )
(Tuition fee* $33.60 + Resource fee $19.20 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes | $56.70 | $16.80 | $10.75 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $113.40 + Resource fee $19.20 )
(Tuition fee* $33.60 + Resource fee $19.20 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes | $56.70 | $16.80 | $10.75 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.