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Combined Checklists for Field Use

Personal Equipment Checklist

  • Hard hat
  • Eye/Face protection
  • Hearing protection
  • Foot protection
  • Snake Bite/Bee Sting kits as appropriate
  • Tools (wedges, axes, etc.)
  • Hand protection if handling wire rope
  • Leg protection
  • First Aid Kit
Chain Saw Checklist -- 29 CFR 1910.266(e)(1)(ii)
  • Chain brake
  • Trottle interlock
  • Chain catcher
  • Chain tension
  • Muffler
  • Chain saw kickback
  • Chain sharpness, cutter shape, depth uage setting, lubrication
  • Handles + Guards - On Tight
  • No chain movement when engine is idling
Required Work Practices -- 29 CFR 1910.266(e)(2)
  • ii - Continuous Pressure Throttle
  • iii - Operated and adjusted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
  • iv - Fueled 20 feet from sources of ignition [Standard says "10"]
  • v - Started 10 feet from fueling area
  • vi - Starting Methods
  • vii - Chain brake engaged when starting
  • viii - Thumb and finger position on handles
  • ix - Footing/body position
  • x- Clear area prior to felling
  • xi - No cutting above head
  • xii - Carrying the saw
  • xiii - Retreating with the saw
  • xiv - Moving with a running chain saw
Considerations Prior to Felling Checklist
  • What hazards are present in the area where the logger will be working.
  • Determine the felling direction and how to deal with foward lean, back lean, and/or side lean.
  • Provide a retreat path so the logger can reach safety while the tree is falling.
  • Determine the proper hinge size to safely guide the tree in its fall.
  • Proper felling methods allow the logger to safely fell the tree.

 

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