Chainsaw Storm Debris Cleanup - Tolland
Date: 6/21/2019 8:00 AM - 6/21/2019 3:00 PM
Location: Tolland Public Safety Complex
204 West Granville Road
Tolland, Massachusetts
Capacity:
Overview
This class teaches students how to deal with trees that have fallen due to bad weather or other reasons. Topics covered include:
• Pressures and binds
• Rolls Spring poles
• Hangers and leaners
• Pulls and Splits
This class is all hands-on after a 1.5 hour classroom instruction. Students will work in groups to accomplish specific tasks. All students will operate a chainsaw. Class is held rain or shine so plan accordingly. Class size is limited to 15 participants.
Who Should Attend
Anyone who uses a chainsaw in their daily/occasional work to maintain property, do storm damage cleanup, right-of-way clearing, fire-rescue, etc. can benefit from these workshops.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Individuals MUST successfully complete the Chainsaw Skills & Safety 2 - Day Course PRIOR to taking the Chainsaw Storm Debris Cleanup Class.
What To Bring
• Required equipment for the workshops:
• Hard Hat with Face Shield
• Safety Glasses
• Hearing Protection-Muffs or Plugs Gloves
• Long Pants and Chainsaw Chaps
• Heavy Leather Boots
• Fuel Mix and Bar Oil
• Saw Chain Files and Bar Wrenches for Saws
• Rain Gear
• Chainsaws should be brought for hands-on exercises
Attendees
First Name | Affiliation |
---|---|
Kate | Town of Tolland DPW |
Adam | Town of Tolland DPW |
Paul | Town of New Marlborough |
Robert | Town of Tolland DPW |
Charles | Town of New Marlborough |
Nathan | Town of Becket |
Donald | Town of Becket |
William | Town of New Marlborough |
Peter | Town of Monterey |