Chainsaw Operator Competency Assessment Form
Evaluate the competence of chainsaw operators across safety, skill, and emergency preparedness.
Operator Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Type of Chainsaw/Equipment Used
*
Please Select
Gas-powered chainsaw
Electric chainsaw
Battery-powered chainsaw
Pole saw
Other
Safety Preparation Checklist
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Rows
Completed
Not Completed
Wearing appropriate PPE
1
2
Pre-use equipment check
3
4
Worksite hazard assessment
5
6
Operational Skill Assessment
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Rows
Needs Improvement
Acceptable
Proficient
Starting/stopping procedure
7
8
9
Correct grip and stance
10
11
12
Cutting technique
13
14
15
Chain tension adjustment
16
17
18
Knowledge of Maintenance and Inspection
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Limited
Basic
Good
Excellent
Hazard Awareness (Select all that apply)
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Recognizes kickback risks
Identifies bystanders/obstacles
Understands weather/environmental hazards
Aware of fatigue/ergonomics
Other
Emergency Response Knowledge
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Limited
Basic
Good
Excellent
Overall Competency Rating
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1
2
3
4
5
Assessor Decision
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Competent
Not Yet Competent
Assessor Comments
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