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