Ohio State University Extension
CSAW Level 2
Level 2 is a full day class with lecture in the morning and hands-on chainsaw use in the afternoon. In CSAW Level II, individuals are taught a variety of felling techniques. The primary focus of Level II is to advance the skills participants were taught in Level I by demonstrating how to safely limb and buck felled timber. This phase often involves dealing with the safety hazards that are created when a tree is felled, such as spring poles. Many of these situations are parallel to those that arise when dealing with timber that is downed by uprooting, so this level can be valuable to those dealing with storm damage, trail maintenance, etc.
Other topics discussed in Level II deal with larger trees, wedging, efficiency, and timber quality issues. CSAW Level II can cover a broad range of topics, and curriculum focus will be determined based on group demographics.
Registration will be handled through the Ohio Forestry Association.
Class size is limited so register early!
