In order to use a chainsaw at a Church-sponsored activity or service project, you are required to view this chainsaw safety training. After watching the entire video, you will be able to print a certificate of completion. Before operating a chainsaw, you will be expected to show this certificate as proof that you have taken the training. If watching this as a group, each individual needs to have their own certificate with their name on it.
Launch Training
Below are some additional guidelines from ChainsawJournal.com:
- Do not fell trees as a Church volunteer. Leave that work for professionals. You should work only on trees that have already fallen.
- Always wear protective gear. This includes:
- Hearing protection.
- Goggles.
- Boots.
- Hard hat.
- Chaps.
- Gloves.
- Do not cut alone. Always have someone nearby—but not close to you—just in case something goes wrong.
- Never cut wood that is being held by somebody else.
- When starting a chainsaw, make sure the chain brake is engaged.
- Always hold a running chainsaw with two hands. Never use one hand. If you need to use your hand for something, make sure you turn off the chainsaw first.
- Inspect the chainsaw before starting it to ensure that all the safety features are working and the chain is tight on the guide bar.
- Never cut with the nose or tip of the chainsaw. This will cause kickback and can lead to serious injury.
- Never use a chainsaw to cut above your head.
- Before you refuel, allow the chainsaw to cool down.
- When walking, either turn off the chainsaw or engage the chain brake.
- Don’t use a chainsaw on a ladder.
- Keep the chainsaw out of reach of children.