Forestry
Access any work area you need to. If you work in any role in the forestry industry – from maintenance to management – we’ll have a course that will enhance your skill set and enable you to do your job safely and securely.
From driving on wooded trails to accessing remote locations, and from effectively using equipment to foundational chainsaw skills, our courses mean you can head out into the field with confidence.
All courses are available at any Getabout training venue. Alternatively, contact us to arrange for our experienced instructors to come to your work site, and tailor our training to your specific needs.
We understand what it means to operate a vehicle in the forestry industry and have identified the following courses to meet your industry requirements. Course code links to further information and price.
DRIVING
FWPCOT3325 Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads
NB: Does not include snatch strap recovery.
FWPCOT3326 Recover four wheel drive vehicles
Suitable for all team members using a 4WD vehicle for work especially those encountering off highway. Low Range capable vehicle required.
FWPCOT3329 Perform complex four wheel drive operations
Suitable for all team members using a 4WD vehicle for work especially those encountering off highway conditions; working in remote locations; single vehicle recovery or vehicle fitted winch. Low Range capable vehicle required. Due to the nature of this course, Getabout Training Services require that persons hold competency in a standard 4WD course before undertaking this course.
CHAINSAW
FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees
Saws and safety gear supplied for training
FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws.
Saws and safety gear supplied for training
TOWING
FWPCOT3328 Operate four wheel drive vehicle in a towing situation
Getabout Training Services strongly recommends that participants hold competency in TLIC0023 or an equivalent standard 4WD driver training course before undertaking this course.
WINCH
WINCH Safe electric winch operation workshop.
Course includes maintenance and scenario training.
Certificates and statements of attainment are issued within 30 days of successful completion of the course.