Injury Illness Prevention Plan - Flipbook - Page 181
Health and Safety Program Manual
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Issue Date: 10/16/23
Revision Date: 10/16/23
Tree Trimming and Removal
Reference: A-14
Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is running.
Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and chain to the rear with the muffler
away from your body. Use the appropriate guide bar safety cover.
Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down
Use caution when cutting small size brush; slender material may catch the saws chain pulling you
off balance.
When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back so that you will not be struck
when the tension in the wood fibers is released.
Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you have been specifically trained.
All chain saw service should be performed by competent chain saw service personnel.
Kick Back Safety
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Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands when the engine is running and maintain firm
footing. Use the chain brake and kickback guard.
Do not let the nose of the saw contact a log, branch, or any other object in the cutting path which
may cause kickback.
Cut at high engine speeds to reduce possibility of kickback.
Do not overextend or cut above shoulder height.
Keep the chain sharp and properly adjusted.
Avoid making cuts with the saw between your feet and legs, always cut with the saw to the
outside of your legs.
Never position yourself or others in line with the chain. A broken chain will fly forward in the
direction the guide bar is pointing.
Keep the chains clean to prolong its life and to reduce the hazard of debris being thrown.
Only cut one piece at a time.
Install a safety tip that covers the noise of the guide bar to prevent contact with the kickback
zone.
Training Requirements
Tree trimmers must receive formal training on climbing and the use of climbing equipment including various
type of knots that can be found in:
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Arborists Certification Study Guide
Tree Climbers Guide
National Tree Climbing Guide
Trimmers must also receive training in the following:
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