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🌿 Wood Chipper Course – Operate a Mobile Chipper/Mulcher
Wood chippers are powerful machines and can be one of the most dangerous pieces of equipment in the industry if used incorrectly.

Our 1-day nationally recognised course covers the skills needed to safely operate a mobile chipper or mulcher.

In this course you will learn how to:
✔ Prepare for chipping or mulching
✔ Safely chip or mulch timber and green waste
✔ Perform basic operator maintenance

This course is suitable for people working in:
• Arboriculture
• Landscaping
• Forestry
• Agriculture
• Local government and land management

Training is delivered face-to-face with both theory and practical components by experienced industry trainers.
Have you ever operated a wood chipper before?

Today we remember the courage, sacrifice and service of those who served our country.
ANZAC Day is a time to pause and reflect on the men and women who have defended the freedoms we enjoy today.
Their commitment, resilience and mateship continue to inspire generations.
Lest we forget.

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Do you need a confined space ticket if you’re working in a ceiling space?
In Queensland - almost always, yes.
Ceiling spaces often meet confined space risk criteria due to:
⚠ Limited entry and exit
⚠ Electrical hazards
⚠ Poor ventilation
⚠ Dust and airborne contaminants
⚠ Heat stress
⚠ Restricted movement
It’s not about whether it “feels” confined, it’s about the risk assessment.
In the past when injury and death occurred, investigators and the court looked closely at:
• Whether a proper risk assessment was completed
• Whether the space met confined space criteria
• Whether workers were appropriately trained
• Whether safe systems of work were implemented
Compliance isn’t just paperwork, it protects workers and businesses.
Have you ever had to assess whether a ceiling space required confined space procedures?

Tips for cutting Poly pipe with a chainsaw
1. To avoid plastic chips going into your engine it is a good idea to glue fly screen to the starter cover
2. Use a full chisel chain (square profile)
3. Use normal bar oil as per manufactures requirements
Find out more here

Cutting Poly Pipe with a Chainsaw Cutting Poly pipe with a Chainsaw is widely used in the mining & irrigation industries and is one of the best ways to cut Poly pipe.

Did you know you can check the status of anyone’s ACDC Chemical spraying licence? Just type in their name on this government webpage https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/farms-fishing-forestry/agriculture/sustainable/chemical/licence-search

Chemical application licence search Search the register to verify if a commercial spray operator is licensed.

Entering a confined space without proper training is extremely high risk.
Confined spaces may contain:
• Hazardous atmospheres
• Low oxygen levels
• Toxic gases
It’s not just about entry, it’s about testing, monitoring and rescue planning.
Have you ever completed confined space training?

Do you need an ACDC licence in QLD?
If you are spraying herbicides commercially on land you do not own - yes.
Many operators don’t realise this until they are audited and fined.
Proper chemical handling isn’t just compliance, it protects you and the environment.
Are you currently licensed?

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Chainsaw Safety Tip
Before starting any cut:
✔ Check chain tension
✔ Confirm the chain brake is working
✔ Ensure correct PPE (helmet, eye, ear & leg protection)
Most chainsaw injuries happen due to small oversights.
When was the last time you completed formal chainsaw training?