The Ministry of Labor requires that all parks professionals who use a chainsaw on the job must be trained in the safe operation of a chainsaw. A chainsaw is a powerful and extremely useful piece of equipment, but can be very dangerous when not used properly. This workshop will introduce you to chainsaw safety and maintenance.

The course will cover:  

• Safety Regulations and PPE
• Identification and inspection of all chainsaw safety components
• Manufacturers recommended inspection and adjustment of a chainsaw
• Starting and stopping techniques 
• Safe handling of a chainsaw 
• Woodlot assessment and hazards
• Bucking and Limbing

**PLEASE NOTE**

PARTICIPANTS MUST HAVE PROPER PPE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE

• CSA Approved Type 1 or 2 Class C or E Helmet, in well maintained condition
• Hearing protection - ear muffs or ear plugs are acceptable, must be in well maintained condition
  
• Gloves - leather, or cloth, or composite in well maintained condition 
  
• Eye protection - CSA approved safety glasses
  
• Safety boots (Green Patch Safety approved with a minimum height of 7 eyelets)
  
• Full leg chaps or chainsaw pants with UL label that is visible (3, 000 feet per minute (FPM) or greater)

DATE: April 16th, 2026

TIME: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

LOCATION: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth St. Brighton, Ontario

COURSE COST :  $302.00 for Members and $389.00 for Non-Members

This course counts as 2 credit towards your Parks Practitioner Designation.

Please note that lunch will not be provided at this training. We encourage you to bring a bagged lunch and reusable water bottle with you for the day.

Register Here

Register above online. An invoice will be sent to you within 24hrs of registering. Payment can be made online through the invoice you will receive or via cheque (made payable to Ontario Parks Association).

Thank you and we hope to see you there!