Safety, Climbing and Working in Trees

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Why Are We Here

Become familiar with ISA methods of general tree work as well as safety techniques and recommendations.

Jim Mitchell-City of St. Peters forestry.

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Topics of Discussion

General Safety Climbing Techniques General Methods of Tree work

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Safety Laws and RegulationsPPECommunicationGeneral SafetyElectrical hazardsChainsaw SafetyTree Felling and removalsChipper SafetyFirst Aid procedure

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Climbing Trees Inspection of Gear

Knots

Inspection of Tree

Techniques and Procedures

Tying In

Use of Climbing Line

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Working in Trees

Working in a Tree Emergency Response and Aerial

Rescue Rigging Rope Designs and Limitations Equipment Fundamental Rigging Techniques

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Real Life

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What This Means

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Next Steps

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