Here's an update on the delivery of the Generation Programme which has been proudly supported by Timberlands Ltd in partnership with Toi Ohomai Institute NZ.
The redesigned curriculum delivers the NZ CErtificate in Harvesting Operations (Level 3) with a focus on Basic Machine Operations and Landing Operations and covers essential areas of forestry operations, including:
Health & Safety in Forestry Operations
Essentials for Working in Forestry Operations
Forest Industry Machine Repairs and Basic Maintenance
Operating a Forest Machine
Log Making and Quality Control for Landing Operations
For more detailed information click here, and here's some snap shots of some of the interesting things we do on the programme below.
A field trip to Donelley Sawmillers at Reporoa - a big thanks to Dean Phillips for hosting the Generation Programme.
A presentation from Terrain Industries - Your Safety Supply Partner - a big thanks to Ange and the team at Terrain Industries for taking time out to show the students the latest in workplace safety products and PPE safety equipment.
A presentation from Vaughn Warner a Health & Safety Specialist at Timberlands Ltd and Rona Wheeldon a Health and Safety Systems Manager at Manulife Investment Management - a big thank you to both of you for sharing your journey into forestry, the roles that you do today and the importance of Health, Safety & Well-being in the forestry sector.
A field trip to Timberland Ltd's nursery at Te Ngae Rd, Rotorua - a big thanks to Craig Ford for hosting the Generation Programme.
