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EN - 13
go during cutting and the risk of the tree
being unstable after the branch has been cut.
leave the lower, larger branches to
Remove the small branches with
a single cut (Fig. 28.A).
It is recommended to cut the tensioned branches
the chainsaw from bending (Fig. 28.B).
6.6.4
it is recommended to raise and support the
It is easier to saw a log using the
1.
it as a pivot. Cut with an arched motion to
2.
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– Cut up to half the diameter, roll the log
•
– saw through 1/3 of the diameter from the
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– saw through 1/3 of the diameter from the
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During the operation, to maintain control when
from coming into contact with the ground.
6.7 FOR PRUNING HIGH UP USING A
ROPE AND A BELT HARNESS
IMPORTANT This chapter describes the
work procedures implemented to reduce
the risk of injuries when using chainsaws
for trimming and performing height work
aided by a rope and belt harness.
This is not intended to replace formal
training on the subject. The guidelines
provided in this appendix are only examples
of best practice. National laws and
regulations must always be observed.
6.7.1
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– maintain a level of control over the
of it coming into contact with the
–
loss of control that could lead to contact
with the chainsaw (unintentional movement
while the chainsaw is running).
In order to be able to grip the chainsaw
with both hands, as a general rule, the
safe position when using the chainsaw:
–
–
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•
using one of the following methods:
– add an additional fastening point
for the main rope to stabilise it;
–
from the harness fastened to an
additional fastening point (Fig. 34);
•
6.7.2
Do not work with one hand if you
are in an unstable working position or
when using a chainsaw instead of a
handsaw to cut small sized branches.
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