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Basic Chipper OPERATIONS AND Handling workshop

According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) between 1992 and 2002 a total of 31 occupational injury deaths were attributable to mobile brush chippers. 68% of fatalities were the result of being caught or compressed by the chipper, and 29% deaths were the result of being struck by the machine or a machine part. This one-day program will help your employees understand how to work safely with and around a chipper.

The first 1/2 of the day will be theory with hands on learning, the second 1/2 of the day will be fully practical training with the equipment, learning different techniques. 


This course will cover:

  • Safety regulations and PPE 
  • Identify existing and potential hazards
  • Routine checks and maintenance
  • Recognizing and avoiding risks 
  • Safe operating techniques
  • Pre-start Inspections
  • Shut down procedures


PPE required to attend this session:

  • CSA Approved Type 1 or Type 2 Class C or E helmet (within 5 years old) 
  • Hearing protection 
  • Gloves with narrow cuffs (so branches don't snag them)
  • Eye protection
  • Safety boots (Green Patch Safety approved with a minimum height of 7 eyelets)
  • Full leg chaps or ballistic pants (recommended but not required)


This course is worth .5 credit towards the Parks Practitioner Designation.

Want to host this session? 
For this one day session we require an indoor classroom that can accommodate 10 people that has access to a projector and screen as well as an outdoor woodlot with trees and brush that can be used for a practical chipper demonstration. The host also needs to provide a chipper and operators manual. 

Here's what people say about this course: 

  • "Another great course from OPA!"
  • "I recommend this course for all those operating a chipper"
  • "Very helpful information that will allow us to do the job safely and effectively"
  • "Thank-you, I learned a lot by taking this!" 

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. If there are no upcoming events, ask us to add you to our waitlist! This way, you will be notified when the next session is available.
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