Chainsaw Competence Log

Use this chainsaw competence log to document skills and experience for forestry and logging work. Capture hours worked across tasks such as brashing, standard and large tree felling, windblow, steep ground felling, and winch-assisted operations. Record examples of work undertaken and report unsafe acts or near misses with details, causes, corrective actions, and target dates. Complete pre-use checks for chainsaws and related equipment, and verify PPE condition for helmets, boots, and trousers, including safety-critical defects and removal from use. Conclude with operator and site safety coordinator sign-offs to validate competence and promote safe, compliant operations.