ASWP03 Ascending Trees
Figure 3
7.2.1 Ascent
Step Action
Place arborist life line in tree at first
interim anchor point or final anchor
point if possible
Secure approved friction hitch from
list in Appendix D around both legs of
the arborist life line
Secure friction hitch to arborist using
a connecting device such as a
carabiner
Push friction hitch up the arborist life
line to highest reach
Test friction hitch
Place weight into friction hitch
Slippage of friction hitch requires retying of hitch
and retesting
Draw legs up and wrap arborist life
line around one foot
Straighten legs and stand up
Slide friction hitch up arborist life line
Grasp rope below friction hitch to
support weight
Draw legs up and wrap arborist life
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