This one-day course introduces participants to the safe handling, use, and maintenance of chainsaws. Students will learn how to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and understand the common causes of chainsaw-related accidents and how to prevent them. The course covers key safety practices for slashing, bucking, and felling trees, with a focus on safety awareness and proper techniques. Upon successful completion, participants will receive certification in felling trees between 6 to 10 inches in diameter at stump height. This course has both theory and a practical skills component. There is both a written and hands on practical test for the certification.
Certification: Berry Patch Fire & Safety Ltd. (valid for 3 years)
In person, Dawson Creek, NLC Farm
June 2, 2026 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Deadline to Register: May 26th
Code: 2026SC WFTR-Ti183-DP002
$262.00 + GST
PREREQUISITES:
Student must be 16 yrs or older.
Student must provide government issued ID to the instructor
Student must provide PPE: safety glasses, steel-toe boots, ear protection. Hard hat with face shield & ear protection.
To Register:
Is your employer sponsoring you (paying your tuition)?
- Student: complete the registration form and Third Party Authorization/Release of Information
- Sponsor/Payer: Complete the Sponsorship Information and Authorization Form
- Send all completed forms to ce@nlc.bc.ca All forms must be complete to confirm registration.
- Questions? Email ce@nlc.bc.ca or call 250-784-7587
If you are paying yourself:
Online
Register online below. You need a credit card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express) to register online.
By phone
You will need to provide the course code 2026SC WFTR-Ti183-DP002 and a credit card (Visa or MasterCard ) to register by phone at 1-866-463-6652
By email
Complete the registration form and send to studenthelp@nlc.bc.ca. We’ll contact you when it’s time to pay.
In-person
Register in person at your local campus with the registration team. You can pay with credit card, debit or cash. You will need to provide the course code.