Working With Tree Service Hand-Held Chainsaws Using A Rope And Harness; Overview; General Requirements - pellenc SELION C21 HD Operating Instructions Manual

Do not expose to rain.
This chainsaw is for trained tree service operators only.

2.8. WORKING WITH TREE SERVICE HAND-HELD CHAINSAWS USING A ROPE AND HARNESS

2.8.1. OVERVIEW

This annex sets out working practices aimed at reducing the risk of injury from tree service chainsaws when working
at height from a rope and harness. While it may form the basis of guidance and training literature, it should not be
regarded as a substitute for formal training. The guidance given in this annex is only an example of best working
practice. National laws and regulations should always be followed.
It presents:
• general requirements that should be met before using a tree service chainsaw for work at height from a rope
and harness,
• preparations for using a tree service chainsaw from a rope and harness, and
• use of a tree service chainsaw for pruning and dismantling, including secure work positioning for two-handed use,
starting the chainsaw, cutting with the chainsaw, restrictions on one-handed use and freeing a trapped saw.

2.8.2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Operators of tree service chainsaws working at height from a rope and harness should never work alone. A ground
worker trained in appropriate emergency procedures should assist them.
Operators of tree service chainsaws for this work should be trained in general safe climbing and work positioning
techniques and be properly equipped with harnesses, ropes, strops, shackles and other equipment for maintaining
secure and safe working positions for both themselves and the saw.
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