North Dakota Local Technical Assistance Program

On-Site Event

Chainsaw Operation & Safety

  • Apr 22, 2026 (8:00 - 3:00 pm CT; 7:00 - 2:00 pm MT)
    Walsh County, 720 Summit Ave, Grafton ND
  • Apr 23, 2026 (8:00 - 3:00 pm CT; 7:00 - 2:00 pm MT)
    City of Mandan - Public Works Bldg., 411 6th Ave SW, Mandan ND

Registration

GRAFTON REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, April 20, 2026
MANDAN REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, April 21, 2026

There is a $50.00 registration fee. NDLTAP will invoice post event.

The above resource and more can be accessed by visiting the TLN Learning Management System (LMS).

Description

Why
Chainsaws are among the most dangerous tools used in forestry, construction, public works, and landscaping. Proper training dramatically reduces the risk of severe injuries and ensures safer, more efficient work.

What

  • Saw inspection
  • Proper saw handling and use
  • PPE gear needed
  • Power line issues
  • Hazard Assessment

Field portion

  • How to attack or evaluate the job
  • Use of chainsaw

Anyone operating a chainsaw must bring or borrow the proper PPE gear for using a chainsaw during the field portion.

Target Audience

Designed specifically for maintenance crews, municipal public works, streets/roads, parks, water utility and/or other city or county employees who engage in ground limb/vegetation debris removal, are exposed to common chain saw work hazards and the risks associated with chainsaw use.

Speakers

Eric Eisenhour, TRAINING USA, Eric has over 20 years of experience in all general construction, working as a supervisor of crews, with special significance in safety and OSHA requirements.