with Rip Tompkins of ArborMaster
(6 Professional Development Hours)
Course Times
Registration/Check-in 7:30 a.m.
Class 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Download PDF for mail-in registration
Locations
May 23, 2017 - Lake Charles *REGISTRATION CLOSED*
White Oak Landing
5584 River Road
Lake Charles, LA 70615
May 24, 2017 - West Monroe *REGISTRATION CLOSED*
Cheniere Lake Lodge
104 Cheniere Lake Dr.
West Monroe, LA 71292
May 25, 2017 - Baker *REGISTRATION CLOSED*
BREC Greenwood Community Park
13350 Highway 19
Baker, LA 70714
May 26, 2017 - Hammond *REGISTRATION CLOSED*
LSU Ag Center
21549 Old Covington Hwy
Hammond, LA 70403
About the Course
Rip Tompkins, a nationally recognized chainsaw operation and safety instructor, impresses even the most experienced chainsaw users with his skill in previous classes. Many participants rated it as one of the best training programs that they have ever attended.
Rip is Vice President of ArborMaster Training, Inc., and has extensive experience in the use of chainsaws, as well as tree climbing, rigging and rescue systems. The class is designed to help prepare all crew members and supervisors deal with routine chainsaw use, as well as the tree damage and debris common after storms. The training sites were selected to allow plenty of outside demonstrations of proper chain saw use in a natural setting.
Agenda~Safety & Risk Management: Risk Management, HOPE, Personal Protective Equipment, Command Response Communication System, Emergency Preparedness
~Chainsaw Operation/Handling: Chainsaw Selection, Chainsaw Safety Features, Reactive Forces, Starting Techniques, Ergonomics
~Chainsaw Cutting: History and Development of the Face Notch and Back Cut, Function of Hinge Wood, Precision Cutting Methods, Limbing and Bucking Techniques
~Felling Procedures:Five Step Felling Plan, Tree Felling, Pull Lines, Wedges, Mechanical Advantage
~Specialized Cutting Situations: Hazardous Cutting Situations After Storms, Spring Poles, Understanding Tension and Compression Wood
~Chainsaw Maintenance: Preventive Maintenance, Sharpening and Bar Maintenance
Who Should Attend
Personnel and supervisors who regularly use the chainsaw, as well as novice or the occasional user. This is a great introductory or refresher course!
IMPORTANT: All attendees must bring their hard hats, as well as eye and ear protection to the program.
Enrollment, Registration, and Cancellation Policy
Registration is required one week in advance of class. You can register online at www.louisianaltap.org. Registrants will receive a confirmation of their reservation. Registration by mail is available if postmarked before the deadline. Registration is $25.00 for municipal or public sector personnel and $50.00 for all others, which covers all materials, breakfast and lunch. If we do not have 72 hours advanced notice that you will not attend the seminar, your registration fee will be forfeited.