Tree Climbing Guide to Tree Cutting

Tree cutting guides tend to focus primarily on climbing safety, equipment and how to provide rescue assistance if needed. Given the distance from the ground some tree-cutting involves, there is a significant amount of risk. Preparation and awareness are key to avoiding injury.

  1. Preparation

    • Preparation for tree climbing is key to safe cutting. This covers confirming you are physically fit to do the job, have sufficient training and have proper equipment.

    Ropes and Equipment

    • Much of tree cutting involves mitigating the risk of falling and the risk of branches dropping uncontrollably. Roping such branches successfully reduces their play as they fall, thus reducing the danger underneath.

    Anticipating Rescue

    • Tree climbing for cutting operations should never be performed alone. Sufficient manpower and equipment should be on hand to help rescue a cutter if needed.