s.a.w.w. level 2

S.A.W.W  Level Two (8-hour course)

 * Level one is a prerequisite to attending this training

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• Introduction

• Review level 1 curriculum and Q/A

• Daily and seasonal maintenance

• Problems with the saw and the bar - what to look for, can it be fixed,  what caused it, and how to prevent continued damage

• How to grease the bearing and other details

• Comprehensive hands-on chainsaw filing

• More discussion on compressions and tensions

• Tricks and instructions for limbing and bucking

• Measuring the height of the tree

• Species differences, discuss problematic/damaged trees

• Determining lean, weight distribution, and limitations

• Introduction to wedging

• Proper notching

• More focus on the correct hinge size and placement

• Felling trees with an introduction to precision at the stump

• Review of Training and Q&A

Level 2 focuses on applying basic maintenance techniques to achieve maximum chainsaw performance and on how routine maintenance can reduce fatigue and issues with your chainsaw. More Felling techniques and assessments are practiced, lean and wedging are introduced, and more limbing and bucking techniques are practiced and demonstrated. 

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