2025 TMI Chainsaw Maintenance Webinar & Safety Course

Stay sharp. Stay safe. Don’t miss this essential training opportunity

Webinar is required (live or recording) to attend the in-person workshop. Those not attending the in-person workshop can still attend the webinar only.

FEES
Webinar Only: $20 PRPS/TMI Member; $25 Nonmember 
Fee includes .1CEU. Webinar is live and recorded. 

Webinar & Workshop: $90 PRPS/TMI Member; $115 Nonmember
Fee includes morning refreshments, lunch, .5 CEUS (webinar and workshop)

Stay sharp. Stay safe. Don’t miss this essential training opportunity!

WEBINAR DETAILS
Whether you're a seasoned user or just getting started, understanding proper chainsaw safety and maintenance is essential for effective and injury-free operation.  In this one-hour webinar, attendees will be guided through the fundamentals of chainsaw selection, safe usage, and best practices for on-site operation and maintenance. Learn how to choose the right saw for the job, keep it running smoothly, and stay safe every time you power up.  This webinar will be recorded to allow for further review.

In this webinar, Mike Powell will provide his insights on the pros and cons of gas and battery-powered chainsaws, regular maintenance procedures, safe operation and the importance of safety clothing and equipment. Additionally, he will discuss best practices for addressing safety concerns in the field. This session is perfect for park staff, maintenance professionals, and anyone responsible for outdoor operations.

IN-PERSON WORKSHOP DETAILS - WORKSHOPS SCHEDULED IN OCTOBER (see below)
Join us for a day outdoors focusing on equipment safety and proper chainsaw operations. Attendees will be guided through the safe usage and fundamental chainsaw techniques, including site inspection, starting practices, cut assessment and best practices for on-site operation. This session will also feature hands-on opportunities to assess and make cuts and will have the chance to use the saw and other related clearing equipment under the supervision of the instructor. 

Notes
•Participants who wish to try their skills can bring their saws and Personal Protection Equipment. 
•Attending the live webinar or watching the recording is required prior to the in-person workshop.

WORKSHOP DATES & LOCATION 
Please select your desired location in Program Items note below.
Thursday, October 2 – Alameda Park, Butler, PA.
Tuesday, October 14 - Twining Valley Park, Dresher, PA
Wednesday, October 15 – Public Works Facility, Harrisburg PA 

All workshops run from 9:00 am to 2:00 PM

SCHEDULE
8:30 am–9:00 am             Arrival, registration, and refreshments
9:00 am–9:15 am             Opening remarks, intros and agenda overview
9:15 am–10:45 am            Equipment safety, proper handling, and overview
10:45 am–12:00 pm Chainsaw safety and equipment best practices
12:00 pm–12:30 pm Lunch (provided)  and networking
12:30 pm–2:00 pm            Hands-on technique - cutting, clearing, bucking, and clean-up
2:00 pm              Wrap up and evaluations

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
•Parks and Public Works Personnel
•School District Maintenance Personnel
•Operators and Caretakers of recreation facilities in Parks, Campgrounds, and Resorts
•Park Foreman and Supervisors
•Public and private land managers
•Recreation Directors
•School maintenance personnel
•Organizations such as Scouts, Head Start, and trail clubs,
•Public Works Managers / Directors
•Private operators and staff

OUR PRESENTER
Mike Powell is an Extension Educator in Agronomy and Natural Resources for Penn State Extension, serves as a Senior Research Specialist in Forest Resources and is the Pennsylvania chair of the American Tree Farm System (ATFS), managed by the Pennsylvania Forestry Association (PFA).  He has been teaching and preaching about chainsaw safety for over 20 years.

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