Chainsaw Use and Safety Training

Arnold Arboretum will hold a Chainsaw Use & Safety training workshop on September 23^rd from 9 am to 3 pm at the Hunnewell Building Garage in Boston.

“Make the cut” with Arboretum arborist John DelRosso in this practical workshop. John will first emphasize chainsaw operation, maintenance, and safety. He will then demonstrate sawing and felling techniques using practice logs in the Arboretum’s wood recycling area.

Bring your saw, if you have one. If you don’t own a saw but intend to purchase one, wait until you’ve attended the class to learn which styles and features are best for your size and needs.

This is not a class for new sawyers. This is appropriate for individuals wishing to hone their skills and free themselves of bad sawing habits.

Participants should wear work boots and bring safety goggles, gloves, and ear protection. Dress for the outdoors and bring a lunch and beverage.

Registrants must sign an Assumption of Risk and Release to participate.
Fee $75 member, $95 nonmember

MCA, MCLP, and ISA professional credits are available.

Register at my.arboretum.harvard.edu or call 617-384-5277.