Upon the completion of this course, participants will understand how to prevent and avoid workplace injuries, illnesses and emergencies.
Please note: At this time, this course is only offered as an offsite training – at your location, with your equipment. We can offer this training to your group for a minimum charge of 6 participants.
TOPICS INCLUDE
- Personal protection & hazard assessment
- Worker training & working alone
- Emergency Response
- Chainsaw features, maintenance and handling
- Basic operation techniques
- Environmental hazards
- Heat & cold related injuries
This course includes a practical component where students complete a pre-inspection checklist and then demonstrate safe operation of the equipment.
IMPORTANT: Full chainsaw PPE is required – gloves, hard hat, eye protection, ear plugs, coveralls, chainsaw pants, steel toe/work boots.
COMPLETION
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a temporary Certificate of Completion. The permanent certification will be mailed to your employer within 30-days of completion.
Duration: Half-day (approx. 4 hrs)
Certification: TriTech Safety & Training Inc. Expiry: 3 years