29. September 2023 · Comments Off on Sawyer – Wildland Fire Lessons – Swamper hit by tree · Categories: Education, Safety

Burbridge, Brian – FS, UT <brian.burbridge@usda.gov>

Good afternoon all, Below is a good RLS where a tree being felled went in an unintended direction and struck a swamper involved in the operation.  Thankfully all involved were treated and released from the hospital. This is a good opportunity to have a conversation about the good side/bad side of the tree and the natural lean of a tree.  When things don’t go as planned and the hinge is inadvertently compromised, where will the tree likely fall? Thanks.

Lookout Fire Swamper Hit by Tree RLS

25. August 2023 · Comments Off on Education: Fall Sawyer Workshop in South Western Idaho · Categories: Education, Safety, Training Events

Trail Volunteer Sawyer Workshops-DTS

Dates: Classroom September 30, 2023 / Field Day October 1, 2023
Workshop information:  Classroom  /  Field Day

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14. April 2023 · Comments Off on Israeli Style Emergency Bandage – Compression Trauma Wound Dressing · Categories: Education, Safety



About this item
Non-pneumatic trauma bandage
Can apply 30-40+ lbs of pressure to the wound
Multi-functional bandage for various wounds
Compact, lightweight, waterproof, and vacuum sealed packaging
Sterile, best-in-class 8-year shelf life
Integrated pressure bar exerts immediate and direct pressure to the wound
Built-in closure bar: no pins, no clips, no tape, no hook-and-loop, no knots
Non-adherent 6″ pad eliminates pain during removal and prevents wound re-opening

09. April 2023 · Comments Off on Idaho State Communication Center (24/7 emergency communication center) · Categories: Education, Safety

Idaho State Communication Center

31. March 2023 · Comments Off on USFS 2023 Updated Saw Policy Documents · Categories: Education, Safety

2023-03-29 National Saw Program Updates

 

USFS National Saw program FAQ_03-2023

 

wo_2350 (sec 2358)-Amend 2023-2

 

27. October 2022 · Comments Off on Idaho State EMS Communications Center – (208-846-7610) · Categories: Education, Safety

LINK TO WEB SITE

27. September 2022 · Comments Off on Sawyer – Risk Management Committee Update – September 12, 2022 · Categories: Education, Safety

Sawyer Safety-hazard-tree-2022

06. September 2022 · Comments Off on Sawyer – Hazard Tree Alert · Categories: Education, Safety

2022 PNWCG Hazard Tree Safety Alert

Field Guide Hazrd-Tree ID

02. September 2022 · Comments Off on Minimum First Aid Kit Standards · Categories: Education, Safety

The following list sets forth the minimally acceptable number and type of first-aid supplies for first-aid kits required under paragraph (d)(2) of the logging standard. The contents of the first-aid kit listed should be adequate for small work sites, consisting of approximately two to three employees. When larger operations or multiple operations are being conducted at the same location, additional first-aid kits should be provided at the work site or additional quantities of supplies should be included in the first-aid kits:

1. Gauze pads (at least 4 x 4 inches).

2. Two large gauze pads (at least 8 x 10 inches).

3. Box adhesive bandages (band-aids).

4. One package gauze roller bandage at least 2 inches wide.

5. Two triangular bandages.

6. Wound cleaning agent such as sealed moistened towelettes.

7. Scissors.

8. At least one blanket.

9. Tweezers.

10. Adhesive tape.

11. Latex gloves.

12. Resuscitation equipment such as resuscitation bag, airway, or

pocket mask.

13. Two elastic wraps.

14. Splint.

15. Directions for requesting emergency assistance.

[59 FR 51672, Oct. 12, 1994; 60 FR 47022, Sept. 8, 1995]

The specs for the Type IV First Aid Kit

18. June 2022 · Comments Off on Sawyer – Accident Report · Categories: Education, Safety

Calf Canyon-Hermits Peak_Lolo IHC Tree Strike_RLS

03. March 2022 · Comments Off on Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center · Categories: Education, Safety


CLICK HERE TO PLAY PODCAST

Travis Dotson and Alex Viktora discuss the Tree Felling Accident Analysis – a report comparing 53 different tree felling accidents.

Topics covered include:

Predicting Tree Reactions
Hung-Up Trees
Helmets
Two People at the Base
Area Control
Escape Routes
Accidents During Training
If you have anything to do with chainsaws on the fireline…tune in.

Download the report at: https://www.wildfirelessons.net/viewdocument/tree-felling-accident-analysis

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