This 3-hour in-class face to face instruction is given in a half day. Comprehensive in-class chainsaw awareness training session. This competency course meets industry standards and OHSA requirements.
What are the topics that are covered?
Rules & Regulations from Occupational Health & Safety Act Ontario Government Chainsaw component parts and description Mandatory personal protection equipment review Preoperational Inspections How to sharpen a chainsaw (participants do not sharpen one, instructor demonstrates only) Proper handling & cutting procedures (participants do not start of cut anything with the chainsaw) How to: cold start techniques and warm start techniques (chainsaw is never turned on during any demonstration) Preventing kickbacks Safe operating procedures Written Exam
What is the certification period?
FiiT 3-year certification card - Recertification required every 3 years
What is the minimum passing grade?
75% min. passing grade on theoretical exam.