SAWYER CERTIFICATION LEVELS

Apprentice Sawyer – “A” Sawyers have completed the nationally approved classroom and field training for general saw work (such as bucking, limbing, and the first basic steps in felling) or specialized uses. (such as construction, maintenance, and fencing) Generally they are trained at the local unit and must be supervised by a B or C level Sawyer during saw work activity, which may include slashing and felling in the least complex situations. During certification, the certifier has the authority to impose restrictions on Apprentice Sawyers as deemed necessary based on the skills demonstrated.Intermediate

Intermediate Sawyer – “B” Sawyers are skilled saw operators capable of performing saw tasks as specified on their certification card without Supervision. Intermediate Sawyers are not permitted to certify other Sawyers. The certifier has the authority to impose restrictions on Intermediate Sawyers as deemed necessary based on the skills demonstrated.

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