Chainsaw & Tree Climbing Techniques
The chainsaw safety and felling course covers:
- chainsaw safety and ergonomics
- chainsaw design, feature benefits, and starting
- limbing and bucking
- technical cutting
- technical felling
The tree climbing techniques class covers:
- safety, teamwork, and communication
- overhead belay/tie-in location selection and establishment
- climbing gear and tools
- lines, knots, hitches, and splicing
- work positioning and fall protection
- work oriented climbing
There are many other topics under each heading. The cost of each class
is $450 per student with lunch provided each day.
All climbing gear and personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as saws and fuel are to be provided by the student.