Tols 24 Chain Saw

Question 1

When is the only time the chain saw is used for ventilation?

Answer 1

2.1 Except for pier fire operations, the chain saw is not to be used for the ventilation or overhauling of structural fires.

Question 2

What side of the chain saw should your body be while operating the saw?

Answer 2

3.5.3 Body always to the left of the chain line.

Question 3

What part of the body do we not cut above while operating a chainsaw?

Answer 3

3.5.6 Do not attempt cutting above chest height.

Question 4

When cutting on a slope what side of the tree/log should we operate from?

Answer 4

3.7 Maintain steady footing while gripping the saw firmly with both hands. When operating on slopes, the chain saw operator must always stand on the uphill side of the tree/log when cutting.

Question 5

What is the kerf?

Answer 5

3.14 Note: The kerf refers to the space left behind the cutting blade as it cuts.

Question 6

What is the circle of danger in a chainsaw operation?

Answer 6

4.4 A circle of danger of a radius of at least 10’ will be established before the commencement of cutting.

Question 7

Who is allowed in the circle of danger?

Answer 7

4.4 The saw operator and control person will be the only personnel in this area during cutting. Officer is to monitor conditions and relay orders received from the officer in command. If possible, officer is positioned as to permit visual contact with the control person.

Question 8

Why do we check for electrical wires prior to cutting operations?

Answer 8

5.5 Before starting, cutting operations members are to survey area for electrical wires in contact with tree. TREES ARE GOOD CONDUCTORS OF ELECTRICITY.

Question 9

When do we operate saws from a ladder?

Answer 9

7.2 Saw shall not be operated from a ladder.

Question 10

When do we examine and test the chain saws?

Answer 10

8.1.3 Saws are to be examined and tested weekly. Schedule is to be established by the Company Commander.