Level S

Purpose and objectives:
The aim of the training is to provide the knowledge and skills required to safely use chainsaws and various forms of auxiliary equipment in difficult and risky work in connection with clearing damaged trees in connection with, for example, storm damage, such as the removal of severely trapped/blown trees, cutting tree trunks in tension and the recovery of wind-felled trees.

• Knowledge of the applicable safety regulations for the use of chainsaws in advanced forestry work as described above and the risks associated with their use (e.g. through the relevant parts of AFS 2012:1)
• Knowledge and skills to reconnoitre, plan and carry out the clearing and removal of fallen trees and trees damaged by e.g. windfall and snowfall with good control and safety, as well as to assess what cannot/should not be done with a chainsaw. Good knowledge of available working methods. Note that in connection with extensive clearing of storm-felled forest on normal forest land, additional training with repetition and instructions on current working methods and safety equipment is required.
• Knowledge and skills to cut tree trunks and branches in tension safely and to choose the appropriate cutting method.