Classroom Portion Topics to Include:

• Chainsaw Safety Features
• PPE for saw operators
• First Aid Kit requirements-OSHA 1910.266
• Chainsaw Reactive Forces
• Cutting Techniques
• Danger Trees, Limbing, Pressures, Binds, Rolls and splits
• Swamper/Helper Activities and Placement
• Environmental Conditions
• Job Site Planning

Outside Demonstration Portion:

The instructor will use a previously felled trees or will fell one for this training.
Students in the class may or may not be afforded the opportunity to operate saws and or act as a Swamper/Helper.

Any student operating a saw will be required to don all necessary PPE. PPE will be inspected by the instructor prior to use, to confirm it is in serviceable condition.

• The instructor will use the downed tree to demonstrate how to relieve pressures and binds.
• The instructor will demonstrate how the use of notches and hinges should be used to lower trees and branches to the ground.

Note: Food is not provided, please plan accordingly.

Accommodations for Disabilities: UMTC endeavors to provide an inclusive learning environment for all. If you require special services or arrangements to fully participate in this workshop, please contact Mary Ann Donze at least 14 days prior to the event. Such services are provided free of charge.