WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2017
There are a variety of hazards in tree care that can cause serious or fatal injuries. Some of the most common causes are electrocution, fails and falling objects. Many of the injuries and fatalities are preventable, however. Employers are responsible for the safety of all tree-care employees. Providing free protective equipment and proper training are part of that responsibility. As an employee, if you feel as you're lacking the resources you need to do your job safely, speak up. Always notify your employer and any safety concerns and hazards you witness. Prevention: Before beginning any tree-care operation, workers should adhere to the following best practices * Assess the work site for fail and falling objects. * Make sure a qualified aborist surveys the work site to identify the types of trees involved, as well as any possible hazards that are specific to each type. * Determine if rigging is necessary to prevent sections of the tree from falling while working on it. * Determine if you will need to climb a ladder or use aerial lifts to service the tree. Make sure climbing equipment is well-maintained and in working condition. Both ladders and aerial lifts should be kept at least 10 feet away from power lines and other electrical equipment. * Establish and mark drop zones with safety equipment where there is a hazard of falling objects. * Ensure that you're aware of procedures for safely entering the drop zone. * If you're a ground worker, maintain a safe distance of at least 10 feet from tree-falling operations. *Have emergency procedures in place prior to the start of tree care. - Verify that every worker knows the address of the work site for emergency services. - Determine if the work site has cellular telephone coverage. - Establish a retreat path for ground workers so they can escape falling trees.
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Taylor Bishop said...
Thanks for going over some safety tips for tree trimming. Im glad that you mentioned its important to let an employer know of any safety concerns you witness. This seems very important especially if it can keep others safe while trimming a tree. http://www.joshuatreescape.com/tree-services
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