Chainsaw Safety Online Training - Cal/OSHA

Learn Chainsaw Safety: Prepare, stay vigilant, and exercise caution to prevent hazards. This course meets Cal/OSHA training requirements.

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Duration: 2 Hour(s) Language: English

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About

Chainsaws are necessary tools across various industries like logging, construction, and agriculture due to their power and versatility. However, their improper usage can lead to severe injuries. That's why it's crucial to prioritize Chainsaw Safety. Through comprehensive training and adherence to safety protocols, organizations can significantly reduce the risk of accidents and ensure the well-being of their workers.

Operating a chainsaw entails inherent risks, making proper training essential. Workers involved in tasks like felling, trimming, bucking, and pruning trees must receive adequate training and be aware of safety measures. Our Chainsaw Safety course focuses on identifying potential hazards, assessing risks, and selecting the right personal protective equipment to work with and around chainsaws. Additionally, we emphasize immediate response protocols in case of accidents to ensure the safety of you and your staff. Beyond the federal OSHA regulation training, the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) requires extra training in accordance with federal OSHA requirements. Completing this training course ensures that you meet the requirements for workplace safety specific to your job.

Outline

Topics Covered

Anatomy
- Guide Bars
- Chains
Safety Begins with You
- Ergonomics
- PPE
Situational Awareness
Operations
- Tree Felling
- Maintenance

What You’ll Learn

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

Apply workplace regulations, processes, and rules to identify, prevent, and manage general and specialized safety and health risks.
Learn how to complete certain professional activities in a secure manner.
Understand the protections and dangers associated with each operation.
How to use, run, and maintain vehicles, equipment, and industrial items.
Understand the CAL-OSHA rules for recording, PPE, bloodborne pathogens, medical services, and first aid.
Learn about the importance of chainsaw safety and what it means for you.
Understand how to properly maintain and check your chainsaw.
Determine the risks that you should be aware of when operating a chainsaw.

FAQs

How Long Will It Take to Complete the Course?

Because everyone learns and progresses at different speeds, the amount of time you spend taking this training will vary. However, the estimated time for this training is 90 – 120 min.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for employees working with chainsaws in the state of California.

Does This Course Meet CAL-OSHA Requirements?

This course is aligned with CAL-OSHA standard training requirements to cover:

29 CFR 1910.266(e)(2). Chainsaws
29 CFR 1910.266(e)(1)(ii)(C). Chains adjusted properly
29 CFR 1910.266(e)(1)(ii)(D). Mufflers are operational and in place
29 CFR 1910.266(e)(1)(ii)(E). Chain brakes are in place and function properly
29 CFR 1910.266(e)(1)(ii)(H). All other safety devices are in place and function properly
ANSI B175.1. Safety Requirements for Gasoline-Powered Chain Saws
241 FW 12. Chain Saw Safety (non-fire)