Feeling a tree or cutting down a tree is something that should be left to the hands of professionals. Although in some cases where trees are relatively short and small, it may be possible to tackle the task yourself. Safety must be kept in mind at all times whether you are cutting a tiny tree or a massive one. To ensure an efficient and effective way to cut down a tree, we’ve provided some basic tips and instructions below.
Tree Cutting Equipment
It is better to get the tools and gear that you’ll need assembled before going down to business. Basically, you will be needing the following equipment:
- Protective Gear – Sometimes, people get injured when felling trees. It is advisable to wear Kelvar leg coverings, steel toe boots, a hard hat, goggles and a heavy duty gloves to reduce risks.
- First Aid Kits – In case something goes wrong, it is better to have medical supplies readily available.
- Chainsaw – Make sure that the chainsaw has a sharp chain, full tank of oil and gas and in a good working condition.
- Ladder
- Rope
- Ax
- Wedges
- Sound it out.
- Figure out where it will fall
- Make a horizontal cut
- Make a wedge cut
- Make a back cut
- Be ready
- Run