Non-logging chainsaw trainers provide training for workers pursuing work outside of the logging industry, such as a construction site, lumberyard, or any workplace using chainsaws.
Trainer qualifications include:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in chainsaw operation
- Successful completion of the Introduction to Professional Chainsaw Operation (IPCO) training;
- Successful completion of IPCO Train-the-Trainer Program;
- Successful completion of a Generic Train the Trainer Program (or equivalent).
Non-logging chainsaw trainers receive refresher training and updated training material from WSN during regular refresher training sessions which are provided every three years.
All non-logging chainsaw trainers maintain a high standard of program competency and utilize the most current training program material for all training.
Non-logging trainers offer chainsaw training to meet non-logging employers unique chainsaw needs, based on WSN training material that includes all four modules of the Introduction to Professional Chainsaw Operation (IPCO) training program:
- Module 1: Chainsaw Sharpening and Maintenance
- Module 2: Safe Chainsaw Handling
- Module 3: Felling and Limbing
- Module 4: Field Practice
Non-logging Chainsaw Trainers
Al Bouchard
Kirkland Lake, ON
705-570-1377
Bob Burke
Blair Devolin
Devolin Services
Corbeil, ON P0H 1K0
705-498-8837
Mike Hayes
MSH Training and Consulting
Elmira, ON
519-635-1243
MSH Training and Consulting
Elmira, ON
519-635-1243
Jamie Healy
Barrie, ON
705-794-8733
David Jennings
Evolugen
Wawa, ON
705-856-5634
Brian Kington
Aylmer, ON
519-773-5707
Samuel Little
Jacob Outram
Joe Pouliot
Sir Sanford Fleming College
Peterborough, ON
705-435-5610
Joe Pouliot
Greenstone Tree Service
Scugog, ON
905-986-5283
Bernie Stockermans HBScF CRSP
North Bay, ON
705-498-4406
Sault College - School of Natural Environment
Sault Ste. Marie
705-759-2554
Scott Summers
Summerwood Tree Care
Blue Mountains, ON
Blue Mountains, ON
705-351-8478
David Tarini
Specialty Services Agency
Dryden, ON
807-937-5490
Graham Underwood
Belwood, ON
519-831-6094