ASWP06 Rigging Trees
Step Action
Figure 3
Climber secures to a safe work
position
Climber should move to a safe position
prior to cutting
A safe work position should be such that
injury will not result due to an inadvertent
limb or tree section moving
Climber must have adequate balance
and stability during cutting operation
Ensure all ropes are not in close
proximity of proposed cutting location
A second fall protection attachment point must be
used when using sharp tools refer to ASWP04
Working at Heights
Prepare to start limb removal
Ensure that climber and ground assistants are
prepared and in agreement as to timing and
co-ordination of instructions
4.3.2 Sectionalizing Trees
Step Action
Position rope to achieve safe
mechanical advantage
Install pull rope
Install split prevention system - if
required
Ensure split prevention system is above the Fall
Protection System
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