The five step felling strategy You must carry out each stage of the five step felling plan to accomplish the operation safely and properly. Here are the 5 steps according to Irvine Tree experts from https://bit.ly/3l039jo - they are among the best arborists in Irvine and LA in general. For a free quote call or visit 1329 Scott Rd, Burbank, CA 91504. 1 Assess the site• Assess the stand for risks-the\sterrain, roads, rails, other operations,\spowerlines. • Wind strength and direction – will it\saffect safety? 2 Assess the tree • Any defects? Rotting timber, heavy lean,\sinterlocked branches, debris\sin branches, dead tops. • Soil very damp or dry? Could that affect\sstability? • Falling direction? What could the tree hit\sas it falls? Which way will you escape? • If you can fell it safely, consider which\scuts to employ.
3 Prepare work area and escape\sroute • Clear around the base of the tree\s–leave no plants or impediments. • Map out your escape path, ideally 45 degrees behind the tree.4 Use proper, safe felling practices. • More than 200mm at the stump? Always wear a scarf and keep your hair back. • Work on your lean. How many wedges are you going to need? Do you require machine assistance?5 Look up and retreat! • Finish the cut on the tree's safe side. As soon as the tree starts to fall, use your escape route. • Keep an eye out for kickbacks, butt swings, or bounces, as well as anything falling or being flicked back. • Avoid walking straight behind the tree.