Tree trimming operations require climbing, pruning and felling trees. Hand and portable power tools such as loppers, trimmers and chainsaws make the necessary cuts. Aerial lifts and chippers bring workers to the right height and clean up the worksite. All of these activities have the potential to be extremely hazardous. This course covers safety precautions for tree trimming. Ideal learners are employees who participate in tree trimming operations.
Tool-related injuries account for thousands of emergency room visits annually. Proper training on tool selection, inspection, and safe operation prevents lacerations, amputations, eye injuries, and struck-by incidents.
This course is designed for construction workers, maintenance technicians, manufacturing workers, and anyone who uses hand tools, power tools, or pneumatic equipment in their daily work.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
OSHA's Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Equipment standards (29 CFR 1926 Subpart I and 29 CFR 1910 Subpart P) require employers to provide training on safe tool use, inspection, maintenance, and proper guarding.
This course covers the following OSHA and industry standards:
This course provides a certificate of completion. For the official OSHA (DOL) wallet card required on most job sites, enroll in OSHA 10-Hour ($59) or OSHA 30-Hour (from $159) training.
Finish this 25-minute course at your own pace. Certificate of completion included.
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