OK Don wrote:
I'm definitely in the newbie catagory.
You should definitely download this book:
http://courses.forestry.ubc.ca/bendickson/FOPRLibrary/Library/Safe%20Work/WCB%20fallers_buckers.pdf
or http://tinyurl.com/dxa9yj
You might want to read some of the safety threads on ArboristSite.
One important rule I learned the hard way is "The left hand never leaves the
handlebar unless the engine is off or the brake is set". Nothing like squeezing
the throttle unintentionally when you're trying to one hand a saw that's falling
towards your knee.
Eye, ear and leg protection are must-haves.
I use this combo hat, but it's got cheap muffs that don't seal well.
OK for occasional use, but if I need to replace it I'm buying Peltor or Rockman
next time.
http://www.labonville.com/shop/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=125&idcategory=47
Here's a good source for USA made leg protection. I've got the Competition
model, but at today's prices, I'd get the regular strength full wrap chaps.
http://www.labonville.com/shop/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=14
http://www.arboristsite.com/showthread.php?p=1562911
http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/TrainTools/Videos/Library/catalog.asp?VideoID=V0969
http://arboristsite.com/showthread.php?t=111926
If you need any more convincing, here's a pic of what a leg looks like after
getting nicked by a 50cc Stihl:
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