Chainsaw Safety Awareness
- 90M
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?
First Nations communities involved in land management
Emergency response personnel
Forestry workers, landscapers, and arborists
Oil & gas and industrial site workers
Anyone needing basic chainsaw safety skills
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Master essential PPE requirements, from helmets to protective clothing. Learn proper inspection techniques and maintenance protocols for your safety gear.
Explore critical safety features including chain brakes and throttle locks. Build awareness of key components and their role in safe operation.
Learn fundamental maintenance concepts including chain tension basics and cleaning requirements. Understand essential upkeep to maintain safe operation.
Discover proper carrying techniques, starting procedures, and basic positioning. Build understanding of stable stance and safe movement principles.
Understand basic cutting concepts and fundamental operational hazards. Learn to identify common risks and maintain safety awareness during operation.
Course Overview Essential Chainsaw Safety Fundamentals
Build critical awareness of chainsaw safety through five focused learning modules. Learn key safety concepts, basic operational principles, and fundamental maintenance requirements from BC’s trusted forestry trainers.
Knowledge Check & Course Completion
Complete a focused assessment to validate your understanding of chainsaw safety fundamentals. Receive confirmation of your online safety awareness training from BC’s trusted experts.
WHY CHOOSE CBS TRAINING?
Building Stronger, Safer Communities
When your community needs industry training, how it’s delivered matters. VIFM’s Community-Based Solutions bring professional training directly to you, whether through focused online learning or comprehensive in-person programs. We adapt our proven training methods to fit your community’s unique needs, schedule, and goals.
Industry-Leading instruction
Practical & Engaging
Recognized & Trusted
Vancouver Island Forestry & Marine (VIFM) delivers expert-led training through the trusted Teachable platform, ensuring seamless access to our industry-leading course content anytime, anywhere.