ASWP05 Tree Removal
Step Action
Pedestrian and vehicular traffic
Workers
Climatic conditions / wind, snow loading, etc.
Ground conditions / slope
Slips, trips and fall hazards
Set control measures Barriers include but not limited to:
Maintaining appropriate Limits of Approach
Utilize traffic and pedestrian control measures
Removing dead trees / chicots
Lowering stumps
Ensure tools are inspected and maintained (refer to
manufacturer's instructions)
Determine Escape Route
Clear Escape Route of trip hazards etc.
Inspect tools and equipment to be
used
Ensure tools and equipment are free of
defects and readily available (Refer to
Manufacture's Instructions)
Ensure tools are sharp (Refer to
Manufacture's Instructions)
Set rigging equipment if required
Refer to ASWP03 Ascending Trees
Refer to ASWP06 Rigging Trees
4.2 Set Notch
Step Action
Determine notch to use
Ensure an appropriate notch is used (Figure 2).
Figure 2
Consider:
Lean of tree
Wind
Potential targets (e.g. fences, ornaments, etc.)
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