Chainsaws – Safe Operation Basics
Our Chainsaw Basics Safety Training video covers essential safety practices, including PPE, pre-operation checks, fueling, starting techniques and proper handling. Equip your team with the knowledge to operate chainsaws safely and confidently.
- Personal Safety: Learn about the essential Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for chainsaw operation, including helmets, eye protection, ear protection, safety boots, gloves, and leg protection. Understand how to minimise the risk of injury to the hands, knees, feet, and head.
- Preparation: Discover the critical pre-operation checks and inspections that every chainsaw operator must perform. Learn how to identify damage, check controls, and ensure your chainsaw is in safe working order before starting
- Fuelling the Chainsaw: Understand the safe handling and mixing of fuel and oil for two-stroke engines. Learn about proper fuel storage, transportation, and refuelling procedures to prevent accidents and engine damage.
- Starting the Chainsaw: Master the correct and safe techniques for starting a chainsaw, including ground starts and alternative methods for challenging situations. Learn how to avoid common starting mistakes that can lead to injury.
- Holding and Operating the Chainsaw: Develop proper chainsaw handling techniques, including grip, body positioning, and control. Learn how to avoid overreaching, maintain balance, and carry the chainsaw safely.
Engaging Video Content and Facilitator’s Guide
Our chainsaw safety training programme features an informative video demonstrating key safety practices. The accompanying facilitator’s guide offers discussion points and assessment questions to reinforce learning and ensure comprehension.
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Don’t compromise on safety when it comes to chainsaw operation. Make the online Chainsaw Basics Safety Training video available to your team and equip them with the knowledge and skills to work confidently and safely.
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Running Time: 12 minutes
Safety Training Video
On-demand safety video accompanied by supplemental material to form a complete safety video training program.
Facilitator's Guide
Accompanying documentation includes facilitator's framework, video transcript, exercises and a multiple-choice assessment questionnaire.
Safety Assessment
Course includes a 10-part multiple-choice safety quiz. Participants can take the assessment as is, or the questions can be modified to suit your requirements.
Course Certificate
Participants can print a completion certificate and training progress is stored centrally in Safetyhub to track your participant engagement KPI.
