Click on the workshop title to view class descriptions, dates, and locations. Workshops with current openings will have a "register" link. This page will be updated with any new training opportunities that may become available throughout the year. Classes are free to MLEP members unless otherwise indicated and registration at least one week prior is required.
If you have any questions about individual training requirements, review them here or contact the MLEP office.
In-Person Training
Logger Conference
Forest Managment Guidelines Onsite
Truck Weight Education
Logger Conferences (6 hrs. MLEP Cr.) register
MLEP will hold annual spring conferences in Virginia and Bemidji in 2024. This day of MLEP training accommodates those needing 6 hours of MLEP (SFI) training to meet the Qualified Logging Professional training standard. The MLEP training day consists of educational seminars and opportunities to interact with vendors. A variety of topics are covered throughout the day. Plan to stay over/return for the second day to complete your annual LogSafe Training Requirements. There will not be a fall conference in 2023.
April 4- Virginia
April 18 - Bemidji
Forest Management Guidelines (6 hrs. MLEP Cr.) register
This workshop offers an onsite option to complete the Forest Management Guidelines course for those without access to a computer or high speed internet service or those who are not comfortable completing the online training independently. The modules will be completed as a group. A paper exercise will be completed individually by each attendee, for credit. A moderator will present the modules, coordinate discussion of the topics and be available to answer questions related to the paper exercise.
This course can also be completed online at this link
Typically held at the Cloquet Forestry Center in December.
Truck Weight Education (6 hrs. MLEP Cr.)
Participants will review the laws governing gross weights, road restriction weights, axle weights and seasonally increased weights. The workshop will also address the differences between state and local systems, road damage issues, reading weight charts and the advantages and reasons for proper tire sizes, axle spacing and axle configurations, and things to consider when purchasing a new truck or altering a current truck.
This workshop is being funded by the Minnesota Department of Transportation and presented by the University of Minnesota's Center for Transportation Studies. The instructors will be retired State Patrol Lieutenant Tom Nelson and retired Commercial Vehicle Inspector Paul Robischon.
This workshop includes coffee breaks and program materials. Registrants are on their own for lunch.
To esure MLEP credit, reserve your space through www.mlep.org and not the mnltap website.
Fall dates expected soon
Online Training
Click below for descriptions and to begin training
An individual can only receive credit once for each course. Check with MLEP if you are unsure what you've taken in the past.
Forest Management Guideline Training
Ash Management Overview - MNDNR
Carbon 101: Understanding the Forest Carbon Debate
Current Issues In Forestry
MNDNR Purchaser Registration System
OSHA Introduction to Safety Supervision
OSHA Recordkeeping Basics
SFI Training Blocks 1 and/or 2
Truck Weight Compliance Overview
Photo ID required on the day of attendance per MN DOLI requirements
CPR/1st Aid Certification (8 hrs. LogSafe Cr.) register
During these classes, attendees will learn to respond to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies with and without the availability of an AED device. First aid will cover bleeding emergencies, burns, head injuries, heat and cold injuries and basic wound care until help can be attained. Attendees will discuss communication strategies and possible limitations, emergency response time and other issues related to remote work locations. Classes will be allocated a total of 8 hours, 4 of those hours for Basic CPR and AED CPR and 4 hours of Basic first aid. Each student will be issued a Basic CPR and First Aid card indicating class and date of completion. This class is a skills based class and class length will be based on the amount of time required for every attendee to successfully demonstrate the required skills. This class meets the OSHA Logging Standard 1910.266 requirement for CPR/First Aid certification.
March 20 - Rochester
March 28 - Cloquet - FULL
April 5 - Virginia
April 19 - Bemidji
April 25 - Brainerd
April 28 - Grand Rapids
May 1 - Baudette
May 2 - International falls
May 9 - Cloquet
May 11 - North Shore
OSHA (4 hrs. LogSafe Cr.) register
OSHA training is morning only.
LogSafe OSHA
These classes will provide an overview of general safety topics related to recent work comp injuries and claims for the logging industry in Minnesota. Topics to be covered may include: preventing equipment fires, slips and falls prevention, emergency response call systems, hydraulic safety, tire maintenance safety, general health and personal safety, GHS labeling systems, First aid kit requirements, emergency planning and communication strategies, and other topics as deemed appropriate to address trends in logging safety. Topics covered during individual classes will vary due to instructor availability. Will address concepts related to 2022 SFI Standards.
March 28 - Cloquet - POSTPONED
April 5 - Virginia
April 19 - Bemidji
April 25 - Brainerd
April 28 - Grand Rapids
May 1 - Baudette
May 2 - International falls
May 9 - Cloquet
May 11- North Shore
Follow the link below for training and educational materials from past workshops, along with other useful resources and articles.
Minnesota Logger Education Program - 100 N. Central Ave., Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 879-5633 - info@mlep.org