Training Bulletin 032- Chainsaw

Question 1

The following safety equipment shall be used in conjunction with chain saw operations at all times:

Answer 1

1. Gloves
2. Goggles
3. Helmet
4. Turnout coat or brush jacket

Question 2

What SHALL be worn by ALL members involved in a cutting operation?

Answer 2

Eye protection

Question 3

What two ways can the chain break be engaged on the chainsaw?

Answer 3

1. Manual
2. Automatic

Question 4

Automatic engagement most often occurs when the chain saw kicks back, causing the left hand to strike the hand guard. This occurs very quickly and the brake engages within ___ of a second.

Answer 4

1/10 of a second

Question 5

True or false? During incidents or limited man power, members can use the chain brake hand guard as a carrying handle.

Answer 5

False. Never use the chain brake hand guard as a carrying handle.

Question 6

Under what circumstance can members operate a chain saw at speeds above idle when the chain brake is engaged?

Answer 6

None. Engine damage may occur

Question 7

cutting is an operation involving a minimum of ___ members

Answer 7

2 members. Operator and safety person

Question 8

The safety member must maintain contact with the operator at all times. An effective way for the safety member to remain in contact with the operator is to use an ____________ grip on an ___________, ________/ _________etc.

Answer 8

UNDERHAND

Axe scabbard belt, BA frame / webbing

Question 9

Refueling of chain saws shall be done in a ______________ area. ________ refuel chain saws indoors or in quarters.

Answer 9

Well vented

NEVER

Question 10

Do not operate chain saws at continuous full RPM without a “load” on the chain.

Question 11

Do not attempt to start chain saw with chain brake engaged.

Question 12

Flooded cylinder - use following procedure:

Answer 12

a. Place on/off switch in “off” position

b. Push in choke - ensure that the choke is not engaged

c. Pull starter cord 4 to 5 times

d. Turn switch “on”. Use normal starting procedure.

Question 13

Once the structural members (rafters, joists, etc.) have been located, the chain saw may be lowered to approximately ___ degree to the cutting surface for continued cutting.

Answer 13

45 degrees

Question 14

Safe depth of cut will depend on four factors:

Answer 14

1. Type of construction
2. Thickness of roof covering
3. Thickness of decking
4. Intended operations

Question 15

If carbide tips become damaged, it will be necessary to replace the chain when:

4 criteria

Answer 15

1. Missing/damaged tips on 3 or more cutters in a row.
2. Missing /damaged tips on 6 or more cutters at random.
3. Cracked/broken tie straps
4. Dull chain

Question 16

Dull chains should be replaced when a radius on the cutting edge is visible to the naked eye.

Question 17

During extended cutting operations, check chain tension every ___ minutes.

Answer 17

Few minutes

Question 18

To adjust tension on the chain, turn tension screws ______ to tighten.

Answer 18

Clockwise

Question 19

If a tank of fuel on a chainsaw has not been used in the previous ___ days, drain fuel and refill with fresh fuel mix.

Answer 19

30 days

Question 20

STIHL 038 MAGNUM engine size?

Answer 20

4.4 cubic in.

Question 21

STIHL 038 MAGNUM horsepower?

Answer 21

4.69 hp

Question 22

STIHL 038 MAGNUM idles between _____ and _____?

Answer 22

2,400 and 2,600 RPM

Question 23

STIHL 038 MAGNUM clutch engages at?

Answer 23

3,000 rpm

Question 24

STIHL 038 MAGNUM weight?

Answer 24

19 lbs

Question 25

What three important functions than must be performed prior to disassembling the chain saw.

Answer 25

1. Put spare chainsaw in service or wood blade on rotary saw
2. note the position of the guide bar and invert it when reassembling.
3. place the ignition switch to “off” for the cleaning process.

Question 26

During disassembly of chainsaw, Inspect chain sprocket for grooves exceeding ___ in depth.

Answer 26

1/16”