Chainsaw Safety
Wateree Range
14068 Garners Ferry Rd
Eastover
When: Sep 24, 2025
30 Spots remaining
Whether your employee is a novice or a seasoned professional, demonstrations are a great way to provide training. Demonstrations show attendees the level of knowledge available to them through training while being eye-opening and fun for everyone. Tim Ard distributes the information in a way that keeps not only the new employee but also the experienced professional interested in the subject matter. Stories and techniques relating to situations and questions at hand, open minds and update the attitudes of everyone who attends. After attending, your employees will want to learn even more about this subject.
Topics Discussed:
- Personal protective equipment
- Chainsaw safety features
- Reactive forces of the chainsaw
- Identification and function of each part of the chain
- Safe use of the chain saw
- Introduction to daily maintenance demonstration
- Hinge establishment and importance
- Open face notch
- Evaluation before felling
- Field demonstration by instructor of how to safely fell a tree
Speaker Bio
Addison Chandler is a graduate of Haywood Community College, where he earned a degree in Fish and Wildlife Management Technologies. During his studies, he developed a strong foundation in wildlife habitat management, including specialized training in chainsaw operation and land stewardship techniques.
Addison brings over four years of experience with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), where he was actively involved in road construction, infrastructure maintenance, and seasonal emergency response. His work included clearing roadways of fallen trees and storm debris during severe winter weather events, contributing to public safety and roadway accessibility.
Originally from North Carolina, Addison now resides in South Carolina, where he continues to pursue his passion for the outdoors. In his free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and competing in 3D archery tournaments.
Schedule
Class check-in will begin at 8:15am, with instruction beginning promptly at 8:30am and adjourning around 3:30pm. Lunch will be provided along with a morning and afternoon break.
Course Fee
The registration fee for the workshop is $195.00 per person. All South Carolina city, county, or state employees receive a LTAP scholarship registration fee of $95.00. The fee includes course materials, break refreshments, and lunch.
This course has a maximum of 30 students, and will be capped at this number. Advanced registration is encouraged so that an accurate estimate of the number of workshop participants can be obtained. Workshops with low advanced registration will be subject to cancellation.
Who Should Attend
Laborer, road crews, supervisors, and highway maintenance workers will find this course beneficial.
All attendees must bring a hard hat, vest, safety shoes, and hearing protection for use during the outdoor demonstration.
Payment Policy
UPDATED 2/15/23 – The Transportation Technology Transfer Service now accepts Electronic Check (ACH) payments in addition to credit card payments. While credit card payments are still the preferred payment method, you now have the Electronic Check (ACH) option. Your payment must be received within 5 business days of your registration. If your registration payment is not received by then, you will not be guaranteed registration for the conference.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel your registration more than 72 hours before a class, your registration fee will be refunded, less a $35 processing fee. If you do not cancel before the 72 hour deadline your registration fee will not be refunded. You may send a substitute in your place, provided that you inform us of the substitute’s name no later than 24 hours before the training. No-shows will not have their registration fee refunded.
If you have questions regarding workshop registration please email Customer Service or call 864-656-4183.
