BC FALLER TRAINING STANDARD

BC FALLER TRAINING STANDARD INFO FLIP: A set of 2 info flips in waterproof format provide a condensed version of information from the new faller training standard and is an update of the old faller bucker handbook. These infoflips are designed to be put in a shirt pocket and used at the worksite. Useful for a new or experienced faller, forty sections provide the reader with information including clothing and personal protective equipment, protection from musculoskeletal injury, chainsaw maintenance, filing and handling information, crew transport, dangerous tree indicators, and procedures for dealing with various falling scenarios, alternative falling methods, limbing, adverse weather, bucking hazards and windthrow. Hazards that may be encountered when falling or bucking trees are listed and the safe work procedures and considerations are listed in order to deal with these hazards. The infoflip focuses on:

1. Completing a risk and hazard assessment of each situation prior to making cuts in order to formulate an effective falling or bucking plan.
2. Continuous improvement of workmanship.
3. Seeking qualified assistance when the faller is unsure or requires help.