MOFGA’s Chainsaw Safety, Level I

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May 4th Cambridge, ME 8:30am – 4pm

 
May 19th Bethel, ME 8:30am – 4pm

 
Come join us May 4thin Cambridge, ME or May 19th in Bethel, ME. This one-day course covers all the fundamentals of safe and effective chainsaw operation. Whether you are an aspiring logger, woodlot manager, or plan to use a chainsaw occasionally this course is invaluable. The chainsaw is an amazingly powerful tool, and without proper training and knowledge it can be a very dangerous tool. Work with our highly skilled instructors for the day and learn to use your chainsaw safely. Topics will include:

 
·       Personal Protective Equipment

 
·       Maintaining a safe chainsaw

 
·       Chainsaw mechanics

 
·       Directional felling technique – notch, bore cut, back strap, wedges, etc.

 
·       Creating and implementing a felling plan

                              Scoring your stump

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The first part of the day will be informational with some hands on time, but the second half of the workshop will be devoted to hands-on practice and instruction. All students are expected to provide a tuned saw, tools, PPE (steel toed boots, leg protection, hearing, eye and head protection) and gloves. This equipment must meet CLP/OSHA standards.

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* Unless otherwise noted, all registration information and more course details are available at the MOFGA Store. Please contact Andy McEvoy, Forestry Coordinator, or Emily Horton, Education Events Coordinator with any questions.