Developed by UW PNASH and NWCOHS and WSU Forestry Extension. This training series is OSHA approved.
Practical forestry safety and skills training for new employees or regular safety meetings. Designed for Forest services (restoration) work, including chainsaw use for tree cutting and brushing, tree planting, and herbicide application. This work is often in remote locations and challenging environmental conditions.
- Offered in English and Spanish
- Training PPTs for classroom settings, with instructor notes
- Ready-to-use exercises for crews in the field
We extend our sincere thanks to the 86 forestry industry and safety professionals who provided guidance on course content, as well as the subject matter experts who reviewed and contributed to these materials.
Materials (pdf download)
Module 1
Liderazgo Seguridad (pdf)
Safety & Leadership (pdf)
Module 2
Derechos y Reglas (pdf)
Worker Rights and Rules (pdf)
Module 3
Peligros Control (pdf)
Hazard Control (pdf)
Module 4
Calor y Frio (pdf)
Heat and Cold (pdf)
Module 5
Gestion Fatiga (pdf)
Fatiague Management (pdf)
Module 6
Motosierra Seguridad (pdf)
Chainsaw Safety (pdf)
Module 7
Aclareo Desbroce (pdf)
Thin and Brush (pdf)
Module 8
Pesticides Seguridad (pdf)
Pesticide Safety (pdf)
This material was developed under Grant No. SH-000162-SH4 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor. Its contents do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Revisions to this material were made with permission from the Northwest Forest Worker Center and incorporate content developed under OSHA Grant Nos. SH-31242-SH7 and SH-20823-SH0.
