Chainsaw Safety Level 2

Participants in Level 2 SAWW training will refine and build upon chainsaw proficiency skills learned in Level 1. This course is certified through the Safety and Woods Working (SAWW) training program and is part of a four-level series designed to increase safety and efficiency of chainsaw use.

Participants in Level 2 training will spend part of the morning in the classroom, and at least 5 hours outside practicing techniques to operate chainsaws safely, comfortably and productively. Topics covered include basic chainsaw maintenance, review of the cutter tooth and hands-on sharpening, introduction to wedges, planning and executing tree felling, planning and executing limbing and bucking. Level 2 participants will sharpen their own saws, may fell trees against lean, and learn advanced bucking techniques. Hands-on training gives participants the opportunity to fell or limb at least one tree.

Participants must bring a safety helmet, and are strongly encouraged to bring all PPE (eye protection, helmet, chaps, suitable footwear and gloves), chainsaw and any tools used to maintain the saw and sharpen the chain.

PREREQUISITE: COMPLETION OF LEVEL 1 TRAINING

Class Size: 6-12 students  Classes fill rapidly – register today!

What to bring:  Appropriate dress for the weather.  A portion of this class will be held in the field.
Safety Helmet and personal protective equipment (PPE)-  Boots, gloves, eye and ear protection, chaps and helmet.
Water Bottle and lunch. A chainsaw if you have one, and any tools used for maintenance and sharpening the chain.

Instructor: Luke Saunders, Forester with Adaptive Restoration LLC, SAWW-certified trainer, experienced sawyer and horse-logger

Level 2 Cost: $140 KWC Members  – $160 Non-Members

To register or for more information, visit the Kickapoo Woods Cooperative