Accredited by Workplace Safety North
At Chainsaw Safety Ontario, we supply chainsaw safety training and certification for Industry, Government Agencies, NGO's, First Nations, Inuit and Metis members throughout Ontario. Our Level 3 Intermediate Chainsaw Safe Handling, Maintenance and Practices Certification Course is designed for those who require employment certification or for those who would like more confidence when using their chainsaw for personal use.
All of these sessions are aimed at novices or more experienced people who are ready to hear the latest information. Seminars are all-inclusive. All of the chainsaws, materials, props, personal protective equipment, audio visual/ instructional videos, and handout materials are supplied by the instructor.
Certificates of Completion (wall mount and wallet card) are awarded to participants following successful completion of an outdoor practical session and a written exam. Certificates are valid for three years.
Ken Fosty is a Certified Workplace Safety North Professional Chainsaw Instructor. He teaches a hands-on approach on how to operate your chainsaw safely. Indoor classroom sessions include current safety videos and take home handouts. Indoor sessions also include chainsaw dis-assembly/maintenance and proper sharpening. Outdoor hands-on practical sessions using chainsaws completes the course.
Accredited by Workplace Safety North.
This Chainsaw Safe Handling, Maintenance and Practices course provides valuable information teaching participants safe chainsaw handling practices including:
Personal protective equipment
Chainsaw safety features
Chainsaw storage & fuel/oil utilization
Proper starting procedures
Compression/tension & spring poles
Kickback
Notching & back cutting
Proper felling techniques
Special situations; uprooted trees, heavy leaners, spring poles, balanced trees, over sized trees
Limbing and bucking
Chainsaw dis-assembly and maintenance
Chainsaw sharpening
Supervised hands-on use and practical mechanics on real chainsaws
* Brushsaw Certification Course is available as an add-on to the Chainsaw Safety Course. All equipment including brushsaws are supplied. Brushsaw Safety Certificates are awarded upon completion. A popular course for those seeking employment by Utility Companies.
We have provided Chainsaw & Brush saw Certification training to numerous groups including: Ontario Ministry of Community & Social Services, Ontario Works, Industry, Rainy River FN, Couchiching FN, Onigaming FN, Northwest Angle 37 FN, Whitefish Bay FN, Parks Canada, Correctional Services Canada, Labour Unions, Non-Government Organizations, Hydro, CN, Rural Community Services and interested small businesses and landowners throughout Northwest Ontario.
Seminars are all-inclusive. All of the chainsaws, hardhats, chaps, materials, props, equipment including audio visual equipment, instructional videos, and handout material are supplied.
For further information, bookings and cost inquiries contact:
Forestry
Training Services
590 Rupertsland
Avenue
Winnipeg, MB
R2V 0H4
Cell
1-204-963-2209
