You have a tree that needs to come down. A professional tree company seems pricey, so you are contemplating doing it yourself. Tree removal carries a lot of risks, some obvious, some hidden. We will go through some of the dangers of cutting down a tree. Gravity
This is the most common danger. Climbing in a tree can get you really far off the ground. ALWAYS wear a fall arrest harness without exception when you are climbing in a tree. Some of the branches on a tree may look healthy, but may have some signs of damage you do not notice. Even with proper footing, using chainsaws can cause you to shift your weight and may lead to a fall. Tools Chainsaws make doing tree work a lot easier. They can also quickly injure. Wear at least leather work gloves, a face shield, and leather chaps when dealing with a chainsaw. Never try to cut something the chainsaw was not designed to cut. Small hard objects may be launched out by the chainsaw. Never cut with the chainsaw close to your face. Do not cut anything directly overhead. Be sure to maintain the chainsaw according to it's manual. Ropes are a necessary tool for tree work. They make the job safer and easier. They are a lumberjack's friend. A worn out rope is a false friend. Inspect every foot of rope you will use when cutting down a tree as if your life depended on it, because it will. A rope breaking during a tree job can have devastating consequences. If your rope is worn, throw it away and get a new one. Falling Tools Tools fall all the time. When working with heights, these drops can lead to injury. Be sure that others working with you are wearing hard hats. No one should be underneath anyone who is performing tree work. Which also leads to... Branches Branches are a lot heavier than they look. The momentum of these branches can kill if they land on you. Branches cut while tree trimming will bounce off other branches on the way down which will cause them to land far from where they were originally cut. Again, stay clear of the area beneath anyone doing tree work. Tree Trunks Tree trunks are a different beast all together. These will kill if they land on anyone. Tree trunks can cut right through houses and cars. If a full tree trunk is felled, it can damage pipes and utilities buried beneath the ground. Sometimes you will find a tree trunk to be partially or fully hollow from insect damage. This can cause a weak point that will make the tree fall in a hard to predict pattern. The need for caution cannot be overstated when cutting a tree trunk. Electrocution Trees are often near power lines. Accidentally touching a power line can mean lights out. If the branches are close to touching the power lines, you should leave this job to a professional. Heights with chainsaws are dangerous enough without adding the element of electrocution. Contact your power company and they may trim away the branches or even cut down the tree for you. Weather A quick change in weather is always a possibility in both New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A strong uptick in wind or a freak thunderstorm can make the conditions for cutting down a tree dangerous. Always check the weather forecast prior to starting your tree removal project.
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3/24/2020 02:35:57 am
Thanks for the sharing the tips of how to remove a tree without hiring a professional tree company.
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7/2/2020 10:07:21 am
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7/15/2020 01:07:22 am
It’s interesting to read about what are the dangers of cutting down a tree, as it’s perspective could possibly help me in the future. Really this is so informative for me. So you so much for sharing it with us. Keep posting. If possible visit this website https://treetechnz.co.nz/ to gain more idea or tips on the same.
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8/17/2020 01:17:54 pm
I was surprised when you said that tree branches are heavier than they look and can actually gather enough momentum to cause mortal harm to someone. My husband and I don't think the hardwood tree in our front yard is doing very well and were considering watching DIY videos about how to remove it. Thanks for letting me know why it'd be much smarter to leave the job to a professional instead!
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11/19/2020 02:49:59 pm
It stood out to me when you explained that using a worn rope when cutting down a tree can have devastating and life-threatening consequences. My brother mentioned he wants to cut down the diseased fir tree near the side of his home for both safety and curb appeal. I'll have to make sure he plans on using a tree removal professional with modern and safe equipment like ropes.
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