Basic Chainsaw Training - Cooktown (SOLD OUT)
About
Want to build your chainsaw skills, improve your confidence and learn how to use a chainsaw safely?Free hands-on chainsaw training is coming to Cooktown and Rossville this September, giving local residents the opportunity to learn practical skills that can be valuable around the home, on properties and when communities are responding to storms and other disasters.
Delivered by Pro Saw, the training will cover everything from chainsaw safety and maintenance through to practical manual tree-felling techniques.
Basic Chainsaw Training
The Basic Chainsaw Training sessions are open to the whole community and are a great opportunity for anyone wanting to develop their skills or gain more confidence using a chainsaw.
Sessions will be held:
Friday 11 September – Cooktown 8am-3pm
The training will include practical instruction in chainsaw safety, maintenance and manual tree felling, with participants working with experienced trainers throughout the day.
What's provided?
The training is completely free, with participants provided with:
Chainsaw and PPE for use during training
Morning tea
Lunch
A nationally accredited training certificate on successful completion
Participants will need to bring a water bottle and wear a hat, enclosed shoes and long pants.
For safety reasons, loose clothing and jewelery cannot be worn during training.
Places are limited and bookings are essential.
Assistance provided by the Australian and Queensland governments through the jointly funded Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Although funding for this product has been provided by both the Australian and Queensland Governments, the material contained herein does not necessarily represent the views of either Government.
Location
Cooktown
Cooktown QLD 4895