This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to work in the electricity supply industry (ESI) or the vegetation control industry as a Powerline Vegetation Control Worker. This qualification covers vegetation control work at and above ground level in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus. It also includes complying with relevant legislation, applicable industry guidelines, codes of practices or other related requirements for safe work in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus. The application of the skills and knowledge described within the units in this qualification may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace. Other conditions may also apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licensing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this qualification. |
There are no entry requirements for this qualification |
We have selected the appropriate Elective Units so that you can immidiately start as a ground crew operator using Chainsaws, Chipper/Mulcher and Pruning around the Powerlines for Vegetation Control. A total of 8 units comprising:
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DNA Training runs monthly UET20321 Certificate II in ESI - Powerline Vegetation Control programs so that you can plan ahead upskilling your team or gaining your qualifications
Start Date | Duration | Enrol Before |
Monday 16th January 2023 | 5 Days | 9/01/2023 |
Monday 6th February 2023 | 5 Days | 31/01/2023 |
Monday 6th March 2023 | 5 Days | 02/03/2023 |
Tuesday 11th April 2023 | 5 Days | 23/03/2023 |
Monday 8th May 2023 | 5 Days | 25/05/2023 |
Monday 5th June 2023 | 5 Days | 15/06/2023 |
Monday 10th July 2023 | 5 Days | 6/07/2023 |
Monday 7th August 2023 | 5 Days | 04/08/2023 |
Monday 4th September 2023 | 5 Days | 01/09/2023 |
Monday 2nd October 2023 | 5 Days | 29/09/2023 |
Monday 13th November 2023 | 5 Days | 10/11/2023 |
Monday 4th December 2023 | 5 Days | 01/12/2023 |
The following units of competency and modules have been selected to aid you in starting your career in the Powerline Vegetation Control industry as a GROUND CREW opporator.
A total of 8 units comprising: · 5 core units listed below; plus · 2 elective units from Group A listed below; plus · 1 elective unit from any group listed below within this qualification or, with appropriate contextualisation, from a qualification in this or any other endorsed Training Package, provided selected unit contributes to the vocational outcome of the qualification. |
AHCMOM213 |
Operate and maintain chainsaws |
UETDREL002 |
Comply with environmental requirements |
UETDREL006 |
Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker |
UETDRVC001 |
Apply work health and safety requirements for powerline vegetation control |
UETDRVC009 |
Monitor vegetation control work in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus |
FWPHAR2208 |
Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher |
UETDRVC007 |
Control vegetation using pruning techniques |
UETDRVC005 |
Control vegetation in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus from ground level |
The following subjects are inclusive in the standard delivery as optional:
Training and the Award is issued through Thoughtplanters Australia RTO40739 and is recorded on the ESI Worker Portal at successful completion
Our training has been designed to aid the visual and audio learners through structured tutorials and a good balance of practical skills formation so that you can have a hands on skills building activities.
Assessment Methods include:
Immerse yourself in the simulated training environment with DNA Training Solutions at over 200 acres of lush vegetation. We provide practical training location access all year round at our varies sights in the Yarra Ranges
Practical Skills Formation is an important part of your learning journey so we take you off site to apply your skills under the safe direction of your Trainer and Assessor. We limit 6 student per Trainer and Assessor to ensure you have quality skill instruction and essential one on one time to formulate your technique.
WHAT TO BRING?
Please bring relevant PPE to your practical training days including the following items:
• Chaps
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Cut class 5 gloves
• Sunscreen
• High Visibility Clothing
• Safety boots
We use the STIHL MS 261 C-M Professional Chainsaws as our chainsaw of choice for forming your skills from the STIHL SHOP in DANDENONG
We own our VERMEER BC700XL Wood Chipper to take onsite so that you can chip what you prune on the day! The BC700XL is the smallest machine in Vermeer's wood chipper line, the BC700XL design is based on operator feedback and focuses on productivity advantage and ease-of-use.
Our Theory Training Rooms are designed for comfort and easy access so that you can sit back and tune in to what the Trainers are guiding you through using our Projector along with each student receiving a copy of the Workbook so that you can easily keep track and follow along.
Our Training Room has access to DNA Trainings Student Wi-Fi so that you can go online in the Learner Portal to read through the digital Workbook at any time and complete your written assessments.
Our Trainers and Assessors will come to your business to train your staff on your selected courses which we can tailor to suit your industry. When we train your staff on your site you will have the benefits of minimising risk in the workplace and have the knowledge that your employees can act
in case of an incident occurring to minimise the loss of lives or serious injury.
Contact us for your tailored group booking quote on 03 9070 1111 or email Belinda at belinda.t@dnatraining.com.au
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