Enrol in Chainsaw Operator
Course Code: MECH082
Acquire the knowledge and basic skills to handle a chainsaw safely, fell trees properly and adopt safe practices. Based on the competency standards set by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities and developed by the Workplace Safety North, this course will teach you proper chainsaw use, maintenance and sharpening, and safety techniques for chainsaw handling before we spend two days in the bush (off-site) practising these techniques with an emphasis on safety methods. You must provide your own working chainsaw, supplies, and safety equipment and be physically fit to take this course. Additionally, you must be 19 years of age or older and/or a high school graduate.
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- Shawn Bloom
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Sessions take place in-person in class from 5-9 pm on Wed & Thurs, February 16 & 17, and off-site from 8 am to 5 pm on Saturday & Sunday, March 5th & 6th. IMPORTANT NOTE: A chainsaw and PPE are required, as well as other equipment. Please see the pdf document above for details. Participants will receive an email as well before sessions begin with all necessary details.
- Shawn Bloom
Download Supporting Materials:
Sessions take place in-person in class from 8 am-5 pm on Wednesday, March 23rd, and off-site from 8 am-5 pm on Wednesdays, April 6th & 13th. IMPORTANT NOTE: A chainsaw and PPE are required, as well as other equipment. Please see the pdf document above for details. Participants will receive an email as well before sessions begin with all necessary details.