ICFR – Chainsaw Safety and Operating Handbook
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12.5.5
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to
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pinching
Where there is danger of the saw being pinched by a
falling log end, the following hints can be used: (This
example illustrates the procedure as for the situation
in 12.5.2).
•
Hint 1:
The cut is somewhat angled. Log falls
down – saw is free.
•
Hint 2:
Cuts are made at a slight distance from
each other. Log falls down – saw is
free.
Figure 46: Hints to reduce pinching
A similar situation can occur as sections are cut off
the tree until the rootplate counterbalances the tree and
springs back into its original position.
Figure 45: Cutting of sections
Make every effort to put the root plate back in place
once the stem has been severed, preferably using a
machine or a winch to pull it back.
WARNING:
•
Never allow people to stand where they would
be in danger of a rootplate springing back on
them.
•
Never cut trees that have the rootplate still
attached whilst standing on the stem.