Post by pistonschick on Apr 14, 2014 10:21:31 GMT -8
Following is the invitation for the certification class to operate equipment on DNR land.
* Please read all of the information contained within the invitation and be sure to bring required documentation with you.
This class will also serve as a "refresher" course for anyone who has already been certified to operate a chainsaw.
Stay tuned for upcoming dates for the full version of the chainsaw certification class if you have not previously taken the class.
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Task Hazard Analysis and Job Safety Analysis for Volunteer Equipment Operators:
Date: May 13th, 2014
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30pm
Place: Pied Piper Pizza - 12300 NE 4th Plain Blvd - Vancouver, WA
Who: Any volunteers that are willing to run equipment on DNR lands and have previous experience.
What:
• Review of DNR policies and State WAC’s regarding equipment use.
• Hazard Review for the following equipment: Backhoe, Dozer, Dump Truck, Excavator, Mini Excavator, Tractor, Bobcat, ATV’s
• Chainsaw (refresher for those already certified)
• Equipment inspection and operator approval requirements.
Volunteers will need to bring copies of certifications, signed statement of experience, and a list of equipment that you are willing to operate. See below for further info:
In order for a volunteer to count as “skilled labor” in terms of operating equipment for RCO, the following parameters must apply, per RCO manual #8 regarding grant reimbursements:
Establishing the Rate
Use an hourly rate not to exceed the standard (also referred to as unskilled) labor rate set by RCO, unless a higher rate is justified. A higher rate is justified when the volunteer is providing work for the project requiring an advanced skill level and has:
• Obtained a professional or technical certification in the activity
• Completed advanced training in the activity
• Made a living performing the activity, or
• Has extensive experience in the activity
For the purposes of claiming “extensive experience” in equipment operation, a minimum of 100 hours of operation on a single type of equipment will qualify.
Volunteers need to provide proof of skilled operator experience to us through one of the following means:
- Providing a copy of the professional/technical certification or proof of advanced training completion
- A statement explaining their (current or past) employment (including how many years in position) from the volunteer or their explanation of extensive experience- either document will need to be signed by the volunteer.
- Even without using these documents for grant match, these are what the DNR accepts as well in terms of volunteers operating equipment.
Jessica Kimmick
Recreation Manager
360-852-3390
Joshua Riepe
Recreation Forester
360-280-5467