HAYES
Training and Development Group
"Training Today for Jobs Tomorrow"
Nipawin, Sk. Canada
1-877-Hayes99 306-862-4558
306-862-7643 cell
We specialize in Chainsaw Training throughout Western Canada, plus we offer a variety of other safety courses. Please click on the course name for more information.
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Hayes Training and Development Group
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Enform - Level 1 Bucker Course
This is a 3 day course consisting of a total of 24 hours combined classroom and field instruction.
Many oil and gas industry companies have accepted this course as their standard of skill level for chainsaw training.
Below is an outline of the course content.
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Section 1 |
Basic Personal and Worksite Safety |
| - Introduction | |
| - Personal Safety Practices | |
| - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) | |
| - Other Safety Equipment | |
| - Review | |
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Section 2 |
Worksite Safety Requirements and Practices |
| - Introduction | |
| - Hazard identification | |
| - Worksite Safety Requirements | |
| - Safety Policies | |
| - Worksite Safety Practices | |
| - Falling Area maps and Flagging Tape | |
| - Falling Area Responsibilities | |
| - Review | |
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Section 3 |
Chainsaws and Other Equipment |
| - Introduction | |
| - Chainsaw Components and Safety Features | |
| - Chainsaw Suitability and Bar Length | |
| - Other Equipment | |
| - Chainsaw Maintenance | |
| - Safe Work Procedures | |
| - Review | |
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Section 4 |
Limbing and Taping Practices |
| - Introduction | |
| - Limbing Hazards | |
| - Limbing Assessment | |
| - Limbing Techniques | |
| - Taping Hazards | |
| - Assessing Felled Trees | |
| - Taping and Marking Practices | |
| - Review | |
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Section 5 |
Bucking Practices |
| - Introduction | |
| - Bucking Hazards | |
| - Bucking Kickback | |
| - Bucking Assessment | |
| - Bucking Practices and Cut Sequences | |
| - Bucking Difficulties | |
| - Bucking Practices for Bind | |
| - Windthrow | |
| - Review | |
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Appendices |
1. MSI Risks |
| 2. British Columbia Legislation | |
| 3. Alberta Legislation | |
| 4. Saskatchewan Legislation | |
| 5. Other Legislation | |
| 6. REC Procedures | |
| 7. Level 11 Pre-Reading | |
| 8. WCB Standards |
Hayes Training and Development Group
1-877-Hayes99
The WTA Woodland Trainers Association) course is offered at 3 levels.
Awareness - a one day course that covers safety considerations,
basic saw maintenance and basic saw handling.
Basic - a two day course that covers all of the above plus some special
situations, emergency response plans and basic bucking and
limbing techniques.
Intermediate - a 3 day course which covers all of the above plus bolt and boring cuts,
compression / tension cuts and felling technical training.
Below is an outline of the courses.
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Day 1 - Awareness Course |
| Course Introduction |
| Basic Operation |
| Safety Considerations (includes the review of your own Emergency Response Plan) |
| Basic Saw Maintenance, Chainsaw Sharpening and Cleaning in the Field |
| Basic Limbing and Bucking |
| Basic Falling |
| Basic Saw Handling - Demo and Practice |
| Basic Limbing and Bucking - Demo and practice |
| Forces and Reactions in the Wood - Presentation and Demo |
| Student Practice Basic Cuts on Bolts |
| Chainsaw Sharpening and Cleaning in the Field |
| Total time - 8.5 hours |
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Day 2 - Basic Course |
| Basic Operation Review |
| Working Around High Voltage Areas |
| Basic Saw Maintenance - Chainsaw Sharpening (Hands on Practice) |
| Special Situations |
| Basic Limbing, Bucking and Basic Falling Review |
| Review the Emergency Response Plan |
| Basic Limbing and Bucking - Field Practice |
| Student Practice Basic Cuts on Bolts |
| Forces and Reactions in the Wood - Practice |
| Chainsaw Sharpening and Cleaning in the Field |
| Total time - 8.0 hours |
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Day 3 - Intermediate Course |
| Basic Operation Review |
| Special Situations Review |
| Basic Limbing, Bucking and Basic Falling Review |
| Review of the Emergency Response Plan |
| Basic Saw Maintenance (Hands on Practice) |
| Student Practice Basic Cuts on Bolts |
| Forces and Reactions in the Wood Practice. Compression/tension cuts - demonstrations and exercises |
| Chainsaw Sharpening and Cleaning in the Field |
| Boring Cuts - horizontal and vertical - Demo and Practice |
Hayes Development Chainsaw Basics Course – 3 ½ hours
Course Outline
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Safety Features of the Chainsaw
- Filing and Cutting-end (bar and chain) Maintenance
- Chainsaw Maintenance
- Safe Operation – Starting, Brake Use, Stance, Grip
- Cutting
The ATV Rider's course is a 7 hour training program operated by CSC certified instructors. The program, which is based on field-tested techniques, provides a fun and orderly way to learn proper ATV operation. The rider learns about control, reading terrain, turning and climbing hills.
A separate ATV Rider's Course is also available for children under the age of 14 whose parents specifically permit them to ride ATV's. A signed consent form is required from the parent or legal guardian and they must also attend the course at all times. No child will be allowed to ride without written parental consent and without the parent or legal guardian present. An educational booklet designed specifically for parents who allow their child to ride an all-terrain vehicle is available from the Canada Safety Council.
The federal government regulations require recreational boaters to obtain a pleasure craft operator card which demonstrates that they have the basic knowledge to operate a motorized pleasure craft safely.
The regulations require operators of motor boats to carry proof of competency if:
- They are born after April 1, 1983.
- They operate a boat under 4 meters.
-They operate a Personal Water Craft (Jet Ski or Seadoo)
By September 15, 2009, all boaters will be required to carry the boat license regardless of the size of their boat. The safe boating regulations do not have a grandfather clause.
WHMIS - Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System @ 4 hours
This course on hazardous materials used in the workplace, will provide information about controlled products, workplace labeling, material safety data sheets and employee education. This program will provide individuals with increased knowledge for working with hazardous materials. A Certificate is awarded upon successful completion.
TDG - Transporting Dangerous Goods @ 4 hours
This course gives instruction on basics of transportation of dangerous goods by road transport only. The course includes: Responsibilities, Hazards of the Nine (9) Classes, Classification, Shipping Names, UN Numbers, Shipping Documents, Safety Marks, Containers, Special Situations and Emergency Actions. Upon successful completion of this course a three (3) year certificate will be issued.
First Aid / CPR - 2 days
First Aid
The object of this course is to teach students to be able to take charge of an emergency situation and administer first aid to a victim until professional help arrives. First Aid is the emergency help given to a person, using materials that are readily available. The objectives of first aid are to preserve life, prevent injuries from becoming worse and promote recovery.
CPR
Objective - Learn preventative health measures and risk factors for cardiovascular disease and apply this knowledge and first aid for cardiovascular emergencies. Students will learn how to perform emergency CPR.
Maintenance for ATVs, Chainsaws, Outboard Motors and Snowmobiles
Chainsaws - Bar and chain maintenance and filing, General maintenance done daily, Safety features and safety equipment, General maintenance done weekly, Handling and basic cutting, Troubleshooting and Winterizing.
Snowmobiles - Troubleshooting, Track setting, Changing belts, Cold weather problems, Chain fluid levels, General maintenance, Plugs, air box, cables, Lights, Slides, Skis, Parts of a sled, what they do and what goes wrong.
ATV - Troubleshooting, Tire pressure, Chain and belt maintenance, Air Cleaner, plugs, cables and lights, Parts of an ATV, what they do and what goes wrong.
Outboard Motors - Troubleshooting, General maintenance and Gas mixture.
Hayes Training and Development Group Ltd.
1-877-Hayes99
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If you have received training for the Enform Level 1 Basic Chainsaw from Hayes Development, please email us to update your status within the industry. We will keep you notified regarding industry updates, upcoming Level 2 courses, tutoring availability and much more!
Hayes Training and Development Group was founded by Jim Hayes in 2001. Jim has spent the last 35 years working in the chainsaw industry. Growing up surrounded by the business, Jim has traveled various paths within the business, at one time owning one of the most successful retail shops in Western Canada.
Changes with the industry led Jim into Husqvarna sales for 10 years. Throughout his experience, he saw a need for chainsaw safety training. This led him to become a trainer with the WTA and most recently to become a QST with Enform. Jim's goal is to provide the best possible training to his students. He and his other instructors are up to date on all of the latest training techniques.
Hayes Training and Development Group Ltd.