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[allmark]

i did this last Sunday at my fathers. I was taking atop out of a white pine. I lifted the piece a few feet then climbed to stand on the cut to be more comfortable and see better while I moved it 180 to where I was setting it. There was a branch which was rubbing on the top that stayed. When I started to move the top again the limb broke and hit my helmet on the side and then the top of my shoulder. I swung out of the way Incase more was coming. Having the proper PPE and tie in was key in not having a major injury. Having the hands free helmet communication system allowed me to easily communicate I was ok with the ground. Had I needed help it could have saved precious minutes in getting help on the way.
I then rappelled out of the tree to be on the ground for a few minutes to check my gear and be sure shock wasn’t hiding a more serious injury. That way I wouldn’t be in the tree needing rescue if there was. After 10 minutes and some water I reassessed everything and finished the tree.
https://www.facebook.com/mark.moeske/posts/10215873105331388

 

[oldoakman]

Glad you are OK. I had a similiar incident about a year ago. PPE works but only when it is used. It does no good sitting in the truck.

 

[dttm]

wow! you can take a hit bro. glad you're good. Love the K boom!

 

[Tom Dunlap]

Glad you can deflect branches like Superman!