Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 4 |
This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Release 6.1. |
Release 3 |
This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Release 6.0. |
Release 2 |
This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Release 3.0. |
Release 1 |
This version released with FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package Release 2.0. |
Qualification Description
This qualification is designed for job roles in the harvesting and haulage sector of the forest and forest products industry.
This qualification has eleven employment pathways for typical operational environments of harvesting and haulage. These are:
- Bulldozer Operator
- Excavator Operator
- Feller Buncher Operator
- Forest Harvester
- Forwarder Operator
- Harvesting Technician
- In-field Chipper Operator
- Loader Operator
- Log truck driver
- Mobile Equipment Operator
- Skidder Operator
Some imported units in the elective bank may be subject to licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements. These units must be implemented in line with the licensing requirements outlined in the unit’s parent Training Package.
^ From 1 July 2022 the core unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- 13 units of competency:
- 7 core units plus
- 6 elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- 2 from Group A electives listed below
- up to 4 from Group A and/or Group B electives listed below
- up to 2 from Group C electives listed below
- the total elective units can include up to 2 units recommended for packaging at Certificate II, III or IV level from this or any other endorsed Training Package or state/territory accredited course.
Core Units
BSBFLM312 |
Contribute to team effectiveness |
FWPCOR2201 |
Work effectively in the forest and forest products industry |
FWPCOR2202 |
Communicate and interact effectively in the workplace |
FWPCOR3201 |
Implement safety, health and environment policies and procedures |
FWPCOR3202 |
Conduct quality and product care procedures |
FWPCOR3203 |
Evaluate fire potential and prevention |
HLTAID003 ^ HLTAID011 |
Provide first aid Provide First Aid (must be delivered from 1 July 2022) |
Elective Units
Group A
Harvesting Operations
AHCARB319 |
Use arborist climbing techniques |
FWPCOT3311 |
Use environmental care procedures to undertake fire salvage operations |
FWPCOT3312 |
Implement environmentally sustainable work practices in the work area/work site |
FWPCOT3315 |
Transport forestry logs using trucks |
FWPCOT3316 |
Transport forestry produce using trucks |
FWPHAR3202 |
Monitor log recovery (rigging slinger) |
FWPHAR3203 |
Operate integrated or split flail and wood chipper with crane |
FWPHAR3204 |
Operate split flail and wood chipper fed by mobile machine |
FWPHAR3205 |
Harvest trees manually (intermediate) |
FWPHAR3209 |
Harvest trees manually (advanced) |
FWPHAR3210 |
Conduct mechanical processor operations |
FWPHAR3212 |
Operate yarder |
FWPHAR3213 |
Conduct mechanically assisted tree falling operations |
FWPHAR3222 |
Use on-board computer systems for forwarder |
FWPHAR3223 |
Use on-board computer systems for single grip harvester |
FWPHAR3224 |
Operate crawler tractor |
FWPHAR3225 |
Operate excavator with log grapple |
FWPHAR3226 |
Operate feller buncher |
FWPHAR3227 |
Operate forwarder |
FWPHAR3228 |
Operate loader |
FWPHAR3229 |
Operate single grip harvester |
FWPHAR3230 |
Operate skidder |
FWPHAR3232 |
Operate harvesting machine with winch-assist system |
FWPHAR3233 |
Use mechanised equipment for forestry site preparation on steep slopes |
Grading and Testing
FWPCOR3204 |
Visually assess materials |
FWPCOT3310 |
Prepare timber or related products to meet import/export compliance requirements |
Machinery and Equipment
AURTGA001 |
Drive and manoeuvre trailers |
FWPCOT3224 |
Plan and monitor equipment maintenance |
FWPCOT3270 |
Grade and mark logs |
Group B
An asterisk (*) next to the unit code indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details.
Fire Control
AHCWRK302 |
Monitor weather conditions |
FWPCOR2204 |
Follow fire prevention procedures |
PUAEQU001* |
Prepare, maintain and test response equipment |
PUAFIR210 |
Prevent injury |
PUAFIR303* |
Suppress wildfire |
PUAFIR309* |
Operate pumps |
PUATEA001 |
Work in a team |
PUATEA002* |
Work autonomously |
PUAWHS002* |
Maintain safety at an incident scene |
Site Establishment and Maintenance
AHCNAR303 |
Implement revegetation works |
FWPCOT3306 |
Rehabilitate tracks, quarries and landings |
FWPFGM3203 |
Conduct an instrument survey |
Machinery and Equipment
AHCMOM301 |
Coordinate machinery and equipment maintenance and repair |
FWPCOT3259 |
Operate a four wheel drive on unsealed roads |
FWPCOT3260 |
Recover four wheel drive vehicles |
FWPFGM3214 |
Operate a four wheel drive in a towing situation |
FWPFGM3215 |
Perform complex 4x4 operations |
Specialist Machinery and Equipment
A maximum of two units may be selected from this field
RIIMPO315E |
Conduct tractor operations |
RIIMPO317F |
Conduct roller operations |
RIIMPO319E |
Conduct backhoe/loader operations |
RIIMPO320F |
Conduct civil construction excavator operations |
RIIMPO323E |
Conduct civil construction dozer operations |
RIIMPO324F |
Conduct civil construction grader operations |
RIIVEH304E |
Conduct tip truck operations |
TLID3033 |
Operate a vehicle-mounted loading crane |
Load Handling
AHCCHM304 |
Transport and store chemicals |
TLIC3063 |
Operate vehicle carrying special loads |
TLID0001 |
Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads |
TLID1001 |
Shift materials safely using manual handling methods |
TLID3011 |
Conduct specialised forklift operations |
TLIE3002 |
Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions |
TLIH2001 |
Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes |
Safety and Quality Processes
AHCCHM307 |
Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases |
AHCPMG301 |
Control weeds |
AHCWRK304 |
Respond to rescue incidents |
FWPCOT3202 |
Navigate in remote or trackless areas |
FWPCOT3255 |
Apply silvicultural principles |
FWPCOT3257 |
Follow cultural heritage requirements |
FWPCOT3313 |
Apply biodiversity protection principles |
FWPCOT3314 |
Comply with soil and water protection |
FWPCOT3263 |
Maintain and contribute to energy efficiency |
HLTAID013 |
Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site |
HLTAID014 |
Provide Advanced First Aid |
TLID3035 |
Operate a boom type elevating work platform |
TLIF2010 |
Apply fatigue management strategies |
Administration and Business
BSBINS302 |
Organise workplace information |
BSBTEC301 |
Design and produce business documents |
Communication and Relationships
BSBLDR301 |
Support effective workplace relationships |
FWPCOT3222 |
Present forestry information and interpretations programs |
Planning and Analysis
BSBOPS402 |
Coordinate business operational plans |
Group C
Truck Driving
TLIC3004 |
Drive heavy rigid vehicle |
TLIC3005 |
Drive heavy combination vehicle |
TLIC4006 |
Drive multi-combination vehicle |
Forestry Digital Technology
FWPCOT3318 |
Access, capture and communicate forestry field data using mobile devices |
FWPCOT3319 |
Read and interpret digital maps and forest operation plans |
Prerequisite requirements
Units listed in the Prerequisite requirement column that have their own prerequisite requirements are shown with an asterisk (*)
Unit of competency |
Prerequisite requirement |
PUAEQU001 Prepare, maintain and test response equipment |
PUAFIR210 Prevent injury |
PUAFIR203 Respond to urban fire |
PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit |
PUAFIR204 Respond to wildfire |
PUAFIR210 Prevent injury |
PUAFIR205 Respond to aviation incident |
PUAFIR203 Respond to urban fire* |
PUAFIR220 Respond to isolated structure fire |
PUAFIR210 Prevent injury |
PUAFIR303 Suppress wildfire |
PUAFIR204 Respond to wildfire* |
PUAFIR309 Operate pumps |
PUAEQU001 Prepare, maintain and test response equipment One of the following: PUAFIR203 Respond to urban fire* PUAFIR220 Respond to isolated structure fire* PUAFIR204 Respond to wildfire* PUAFIR205 Respond to aviation incident* |
PUATEA002 Work autonomously |
PUATEA001 Work in a team |
PUAWHS002 Maintain safety at an incident scene |
PUAFIR210 Prevent injury |
Qualification Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
FWP30216 Certificate III in Harvesting and Haulage Release 4 |
FWP30216 Certificate III in Harvesting and Haulage Release 3 |
Qualification updated to remove one elective unit that has been deleted as part of meeting Skills Ministers’ priority of removing training products with low or no enrolments, as agreed by the AISC |
Equivalent |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0d96fe23-5747-4c01-9d6f-3509ff8d3d47