ASWP07 Arborist Hand and Power Tools
6.3 Log Handling Devices
Cant hooks should be firmly set before applying force.
Tools with cracked, splintered, or weakened handles should not be used.
Arborists and other workers shall be warned and in the clear before logs are moved.
Points of cant hooks should be maintained to manufacturer's specifications.
Arborist and other workers shall stand to the rear and uphill when rolling logs.
6.4 Wedges, Chisels and Gouges
Wedges, chisels, and gouges shall be inspected for cracks and flaws before use.
Wedges and chisels shall be properly pointed and tempered.
Tools with mushroomed heads shall not be used.
Eye protection shall be used during impact operations.
Only wood, plastic, or soft-metal wedges shall be used to stop binding while operating
chain saws.
Wood handle chisels should be protected with a ferrule on the striking end.
6.5 Hammers, Mauls, Shovels and Sledges
Wood, rubber or high-impact plastic mauls, sledges or hammers should be used when
striking wood handle chisels or gouges.
6.6 Load Controlling Devices and Components
Load controlling devices and components shall be inspected according to
manufacturer's recommendations immediately before use and removed from service if
found to be defective.
The components of load controlling systems shall be compatible and suitable for the
application and load.
Slings shall have working load information labels attached.
6.7 Telescopic Power Pole Saws, Power Pack Saws
The saw and that which you are cutting shall never be used within Limits of Approach.
Workers while working aloft should not use the tool.
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