ASWP03 Ascending Trees
Repeat action until reaching the
interim anchor point
7.3.2 Interim Anchor Point Repositioning Arborist Life Line
Once the arborist has climbed to the interim anchor point, the following action applies for
continuing ascent
Step Action
Secure to tree using a work
positioning lanyard
Secure work positioning lanyard around the main
stem of the tree or a suitably strong limb
Ensure work positioning lanyard is
secure
Check snaps and place weight into the work
positioning lanyard
Remove friction hitch
Reposition arborist life line to next
interim anchor point
The worker may use a rope poking tool, pole
pruner or throwing knot to advance the rope up
the tree.
Secure arborist life line to arborist
Test and or tie friction hitch from list
of approved hitches in Appendix D
• Slowly place weight into system
• Re test split tail friction hitch
• Tie and test friction hitch in conventional system
Release work positioning lanyard
Continue ascent
Repeat interim anchor point process
as required
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