That looked a well thought out plan to me Tod. Seems a good job well done.
A couple a comments on issues raised:
- The one handing the saw is forgivable in that situation. I don't think i would have lanyarded in there if there was a risk of the piece coming my way, so one hand is needed to hold balance. I think the criticism is a bit academic in that painful and awkward position. Lets not forget this is a very dodgy tree!
-The chainaw use in the logging pic was unecessary and more awkward than it it had to be though. Remember ergonomics need consideration as well as risking injury from a slip (kickback isn't likely there, but the saw might bounce a bit on a knot). Left handing a saw in that situation is fine, and in terms of ergonomics, preferable (not many opportunities to safely left hand a saw, but this is one of them /forum/images/graemlins/grin.gif).
-I would have put the half hitch round the remaining fork, rather than risk it flipping off the stub, on the first piece. Also looks like you'll get an extra wrap on the hitch and friction when the pice goes.
-I would have run the butt hitch through a small portawrap/rescue 8, right there where you have a half hitch - lowest forces and smooth, and won't damage a nice double braid. I use this technique a lot on dodgy trees - super smooth.
I find it encouraging that clients are willing to pay for setting up a job like that, and executing it properly. I find most clients are understanding and appreciate it when you matter of factly point out the risks, what you can do and what it will cost.
Its frustrating when the 'desperate ones' show up and knock your bid about by taking stupid risks.
Be sure to post more pics of other jobs.
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