Covid precautions will be followed in accordance with the CDC and Governor's guidelines at the time of training. This course is designed to educate personnel who use a chainsaw about safety, maintenance, use, and handling. Participants will gain an understanding of what contributes to accidents and how to avoid them. Hands-on and practical work planning strategies, including bucking and limbing, understanding compression and tension, and dealing with spring poles will be coached and practiced in this course. Notching and back cutting will be introduced for small tree felling (trees of approximately six inches in diameter at chest height - 6" dbh). There is a strong focus on personal safety, risk assessment, and accident prevention. Training workers and developing skills that reduce variables and mitigate risks associated with chainsaws and cutting techniques is the general theme of this course. This course complies with OSHA 1910.266, and ANSI Z133 standards for safe chainsaw use.
To Participate in this training you will need: Arborist or Forestry Helmet • Hearing protection (Muffs or Plugs) • Eye protection (ANSI Z87) • Face Screen • Work gloves • High viz vest/jacket/outerwear (ANSI Class 2 or equivalent) • ASTM F1897 (2014) UL approved chainsaw protective pants or chaps (NON-UL labeled chaps or pants will not be allowed) • Approved work boots (ANSI or CE approved) • Clothing appropriate for outdoor weather conditions (our courses run rain or shine; long pants – not shorts)
