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SILVI-CREW LTD. CHAIN SAW FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAM

Page 9. CHAIN SAW FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAM (Con't)

CONCEPTS AND PROCEDURES IN DIRECTIONAL FELLING

Selection of starting place
Evaluation of Felling Direction - wind - lean - crown shape - snow/ice - power lines, houses, other trees, etc
Preparing the tree - prelimbing - clearing around the tree - clearing the felling space
Planning the Escape Routes 45 degrees
The Front Notch - top cut first - pulling chain
Accessories - levers and wedges - pulp hooks and tongs

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Last Updated 01/21/2004