This 2-day hands-on course teaches safe and efficient chainsaw use for non-logging applications. Participants learn how to inspect, sharpen, maintain, and operate a chainsaw, as well as basic felling and limbing techniques under various conditions. The training also covers hazard recognition and safe handling practices.

Course Includes:

Chainsaw maintenance and sharpening
Safe handling and starting techniques
Felling and limbing principles
Supervised field practice

Certification:

Successful participants receive a Non-Loggers Chainsaw Certificate. A professional certificate is available at an additional cost - contact us for details before the course begins.

Requirements:

Day 1 (Classroom): Bring a working chainsaw if you have one, along with any maintenance tools (wrenches, shop towels, toothbrushes, screwdrivers, files, gauges, chains etc.). If you don't have a chainsaw, you can still participate - just let us know in advance.

Day 2 (Field Practice): You must be wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment listed below:

CSA-approved chainsaw hard hat with face shield and ear protection or CSA-approved hard hat, ear protection, and safety glasses with side shields
Chainsaw pants/chaps
CSA-approved protective footwear
High-visibility clothing item
Chainsaw or light weight leather gloves (optional)

Chainsaw Operation Certificate (Non-Logging)