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Chainsaw Safety Awareness Training (Two Day)

The Department of Labour requires that all parks professionals who use chainsaws on the job be trained in the safe operation of this equipment. This two day seminar helps satisfy these requirements.


This course will cover:


  • Safety regulations and PPE
  • Identification and inspection of all chainsaw safety components
  • Inspection and adjustment of a chainsaw
  • Starting and stopping techniques
  • Safe handling of a chainsaw
  • Woodlot assessment and hazards
  • Felling techniques for trees with 5" DBH or larger
  • Bucking and limbing
  • Pole saw and cutting attachments

The course breakdown is as follows: 

Day 1: 1/2 day of theory and 1/2 day practical site specific

Day 2: full day practical site specific. 

This course is worth 2 credits towards your Parks Practitioner Designation.


Please note the following PPE is required to attend this course: 

  • CSA Approved Type 1 or Type 2 Class C or E helmet (less than 5 years old)
  • Hearing protection (exceeds 85 decimals)
  • Gloves (comfortable fitting leather or composite)
  • Eye protection
  • Safety boots (Green Patch Safety approved with ankle protection - minimum height of 7 eyelets - safety shoes or Blundstones are not acceptable)
  • Full leg chaps or chainsaw pants with UL label that is visible (3000 feet per minute (FPM) or greater)
Want to host this session? 
For this session we require an indoor classroom that can accommodate 10 people and has access to a projector and screen. We also require an outdoor woodlot that has vehicle access with trees that can be felled and used to practice cutting techniques (6 - 18 inches or 15cm - 45cm in diameter).  We ask the host facility to provide a pole saw for the training to review and practice techniques.

Our instructors will need to bring equipment to the location of the practical site, please ensure that there is vehicle access to the location. Woodlots within a 5 minute drive are preferred. 
Want to host this session? 
For this session we require an indoor classroom that can accommodate 10 people and has access to a projector and screen. We also require an outdoor woodlot with trees that can be used to practice cutting techniques. 

Please emailtraining@ontarioparksassociation.cato find out available hosting dates.
 
Want to host this session? 
For this session we require an indoor classroom that can accommodate 10 people and has access to a projector and screen. We also require an outdoor woodlot with trees that can be used to practice cutting techniques. 

Please emailtraining@ontarioparksassociation.cato find out available hosting dates.
 

Here's what people say about this course: 

  • "It was a fantastic course and Instructor is a phenomenal teacher - it was definitely worth registering for!!"
  • "In regards to safety, after taking this course I learned that I was using the Chainsaw and polesaw unsafely ~ now I know what needs to corrected to keep me safe"
  • "The course was beyond my expectations"
  • "Loved the hands on stuff"
  • "This is one of the best courses I've taken -  An excellent instructor"
  • "All material taught can be applied to everyday use in the parks system"
  • "The instructor is very thorough and knows his stuff! I'll be taking this course again!"

Upcoming events

  • Working at Heights

    • 12 Feb 2025
    • 13 Feb 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • 4950 Yonge St , Toronto
    • 11
    Register

    In Partnership with Public Services Health And Safety Association (PHSHA) OPA is offering  this 1 and 1/2 day unique training of Working at Heights.

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    You will be participating in the standard Working at Heights program on Day 1 (February 12, 2025) and in the VR pilot session on Day 2 (February 13, 2025).

    Day 1: This full-day private delivery program covers essential information about how to work at heights safely and offers opportunity for the practical application of skills. Upon completion, learners will know the hazards of working at heights and be equipped with the knowledge to protect themselves. 

    This course covers:

    • Rights and responsibilities related to working at heights under the Occupational Health and Safety Act
    • General hazard recognition for working at heights
    • Hierarchy of controls
    • Safety procedures for warning methods and physical barriers
    • Safety procedures for ladders and similar equipment
    • An introduction to personal fall protection equipment
    • Barriers and safety nets
    • Personal fall protection equipment
    • Anchor points
    • Work positioning systems, work access and platforms
    • Rescue planning 

    Day 2: 

    Virtual Reality allows learners to be part of a realistic simulation on a rooftop while they benefit from being in a safe, virtual environment. The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development has funded this project to determine the feasibility of virtual reality training for Ontario workers.

    This VR program incorporates various activities such as realistic challenges and multiple-choice questions and will provide you with timely feedback within the simulation. The VR session is intended as an immersive experience that bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the workplace.

    Your on-site instructors will provide you with clear instructions to make sure you get the most out of this experience and are safe at all times.

    The time spent on the VR activity will be approximately 30 minutes to an hour, though, for some learners who are very new to VR, this program may take longer. Overall, you should count on being in-session from 8:00 – 11:00am

    We will ask you a few questions just prior to the VR experience and then again afterward. Data collected will be anonymous.



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For more information on hosting or attending, please send an email referencing the course title to training@ontarioparksassociation.ca
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