The learners are entry to mid-level professionals working in arboriculture, forestry, environmental management, or conservation roles. They include arborists, tree care workers, environmental field staff, rangers, and biodiversity officers involved in tree and habitat management, ecological inspections, or wildlife monitoring.They require practical skills in tree pruning, habitat management, fauna and vegetation assessment, and safe use of equipment such as ropes, harnesses, and tools.

Learners must also follow workplace safety procedures, conduct site-specific risk assessments, collect and analyse environmental data, and operate responsibly in outdoor settings while managing ecological and workplace hazards.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Plan, prepare, and conduct safe work in natural environments, including site setup, PPE use, risk assessments, and job safety analyses (JSA)
• Inspect, prepare, and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles for safe and effective operations
• Identify, access, and manage trees, vegetation, and fauna habitats, retaining features such as hollows, stubs, and other structures for wildlife
• Apply vegetation management and pruning techniques (e.g., natural fracture pruning, coronet cutting) to create or enhance fauna habitats
• Install, monitor, and maintain wildlife habitat structures, including ground refuges, nesting boxes, and tree hollows, while controlling invasive pests
• Conduct fauna recognition and identification, recording observations, maintaining field notes, and complying with animal welfare and regulatory standards
• Plan and carry out ecological inspections, recording environmental targets, analysing impacts, and communicating with stakeholders
• Manage environmental and safety risks during fieldwork, including biosecurity, waste disposal, and hazard mitigation
• Document and report findings accurately, submit samples and records in compliance with legislation and workplace procedures
• Restore sites after operations, ensuring minimal environmental impact and proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of equipment

5 Days (Over 1 month period)

$2200
Price is per person including GST. ($2000 ex. GST per person).

For Corporate and Private Courses, please discuss your requirements with our Training Services Team via our Office on 1300 15 66 85 or email via admin.au@relyon.com

Learners are required to have the following which conform to A/S standards to participate in this course:

• Helmet with earmuffs
• Eye protection
• Chainsaw pants/chaps
• Gloves
• Boots
• Hi-vis

Learners will be assessed using a combination of the following methods:

• Theory/Written Assessment
• Direct Observation/Practical Assessment

To participate in this course, participants are required to:

• have current certification in the required prerequisites.
• be literate in spoken English and competent in reading, writing, and numeracy.
• be sufficiently fit to participate.

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