Photo by Sophie Grove
Hello! I’m back again for my final blog. With just over a month left of our traineeships before we finish at the end of March, it’s hard to believe how quickly the time has flown by. These past few months have gone in a blink, and suddenly this chapter is coming to an end. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity the traineeship has given me, along with all the training and new skills I’ve gained along the way. If you’d asked me this time last year, I never would have imagined that I’d be confidently learning skills like chainsaw use and trailer training.
Recently, we were all fortunate enough to pass our felling exam, which allows us to fell small trees up to 380mm. During the assessment, we were required to answer questions on felling techniques and the hazards involved. For example, before any tree is felled, escape routes must be prepared at 45 degrees behind the tree on either side, away from the intended direction of fall. A banks person is also needed to control pedestrians and prevent anyone from entering the work area, supported by clear warning signage.
