Chainsaw Safety
This program is designed to cover the basics of safe, effective chainsaw use including:
- Required protective equipment for use in the forestry industry
- Parts of the chainsaw
- Saw maintenance and sharpening
- Effective tree-cutting techniques, including notching and cutting, limbing and bucking, with a strong emphasis on safety
- Forestry danger zones and hazardous trees
- Proper stance
- Operator fatigue
I-CAB RECOGNIZED COURSE
This content developer is recognized by the International Competency Assessment Board (I-CAB) for its expertise in this subject matter and is listed as a competency development resource for I-CAB assessment participants.
CHAINSAW SAFETY ONLINE COURSE TOPICS
In this online chainsaw safety course, the following topics are covered:
- Safe chainsaw handling
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Required equipment
- The saw
- Felling trees
- Cutting techniques
