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Chainsaw Operation and Safety

The chainsaw can be an extremely dangerous tool if not operated correctly.

There is no doubt that a chainsaw can be a very dangerous tool and that there is no substitute for proper training and a professional approach to their use. However, if the saw is properly maintained and used according to safe work practices, safe and accurate cutting can be consistently achieved.

Chainsaw safety training online:

This chainsaw safety training video looks at a range of operational and cutting procedures that are crucial for the safe and successful operation of the chainsaw in all situations.

Included in this video program:

  • Preparing a chainsaw for use
  • Starting the chainsaw
  • Holding and operating the chainsaw
  • General lumbering
  • Felling a tree

Video Running Time:
14 minutes

Course Contents

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Safety Training Video

On-demand safety video accompanied by supplemental material to form a complete safety video training program.

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Facilitator's Guide

Accompanying documentation includes facilitator’s framework, video transcript, exercises and a multiple-choice assessment questionnaire.

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Safety Assessment

Course includes a 10-part multiple-choice safety quiz. Participants can take the assessment as is, or the questions can be modified to suit your requirements.

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Course Certificate

Participants can print a completion certificate and training progress is stored centrally in Safetyhub to track your participant engagement KPI.

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