Increase your peace of mind by knowing that your employees have received training on safe chainsaw use. This course was designed specifically for new or occasional chainsaw users, including grader operators, maintenance workers for outdoor facilities and gas plant operators.

Having them participate in our Chainsaw - Level I course can help you meet the requirements of legislation - as well as give you confidence that they have adequate information on safe chainsaw operation.

This course has both classroom and practical components. By the conclusion of the course, students will know about hazards, personal protective equipment (PPE), sharpening and refueling, the most common cuts and which trees to avoid. There is approximately 4 hours of classroom instruction followed by about 3 hours of actual chainsaw practice.

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Alberta OH&S Legislation

2. Basic Chainsaw Maintenance

3. Cutting Basics

4. Practical Cutting Exercises

5. Written Exam

Successful participants will receive a permanent certificate from Aggressive Training Services, valid for 3 years.

Important Notes:

1) This is NOT a faller certification course. This training is for those who use chainsaws periodically; to provide a fundamental understanding of safe chainsaw use and injury prevention.

2) Participants must wear safety footwear and bring their own gloves. Additional PPE will be provided during the practical portion of the training.

BOOKING POLICY

Policy on Class Registrations, Cancellations, Withdrawals, Transfers and Refunds

Class Registrations

The registration process requires payment upon registration in order to confirm your enrollment. Registration cannot be completed, and your class seat cannot be held until payment is received. Companies interested in setting up an account with Valion can contact our office to do so.

Class Cancellations

Valion Inc reserves the right to cancel classes that do not reach minimum enrolment requirements or for extenuating circumstances. Every effort will be made to notify all registrants in a timely manner prior to the class start date. Fees for cancelled classes will be refunded in full or applied to another course upon request.

Student Withdrawals

Students may formally withdraw from a class by contacting our office at least two business days prior to the class start date by telephone. Students and companies are held responsible for courses in which they are registered until they formally withdraw from the course(s) within the refund deadline dates. Non-attendance does not constitute a formal withdrawal.

Student Transfers

Students may transfer to another class at any time up to at least two business days prior to the class start date of the class they are registered in for a $50 administration fee.

Pre-Requisites

Please be advised that completion of the prerequisite online learning for first aid is mandatory before attending the in-class practical session. If the online modules are not completed by the day prior to the scheduled practical, the student will not be permitted to attend the session, and no refunds will be issued. It is essential to ensure that all requirements are fulfilled in advance to participate fully in the course

Refunds

Students are eligible for a 100 per cent refund less an administrative charge of $50.00 if they formally withdraw at least two full business days prior to the class start date. The withdrawal refund may be applied to another course upon request. (Ex: If your course is booked on a Wednesday, to be eligible for a full refund, course must be cancelled on Friday)

Failure to formally withdraw from a course within the published deadlines above will result in no refund provided.

Students who attend but are unsuccessful in courses are not eligible for refunds.