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Felling a Tree
1. Decide the felling direction considering the wind, Iean of the tree,
location of heavy branches, ease of job after felling, and other
factors.
2. While clearing the area around the tree, arrange a good foothold
and retreat path.
3. Make a notch cut one-third of the way into the tree on the
felling side.
4. Make a felling cut from the opposite side of the notch and at a
level slightly higher than the bottom of the notch.
WARNING
When you fell a tree, be sure to warn your neighboring workers of the
danger.
(1) Notch cut
(2) Felling cut
(3) Felling direction
Sawing
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