New Zealand Certificate in Forest Harvesting Operations

Strands  

  • Basic Machine Operation
  • Tree Felling
  • Breaking Out-Cable
  • Landing Operations.

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the forest industry with individuals who have the skills and knowledge required to operate at a production level within their chosen discipline, in an operational role in a commercial forest harvesting. Graduates will have an understanding of the safety and environmental and quality requirements of working in a forest harvesting. They will work under limited supervision to meet commercial productivity requirements. The qualification includes four strands that represent distinct activities undertaken in harvesting operations.

NZQA qualification overview

Type

Certificate

Level

3

Credits

70 - 75