Tree Trimming Safety

(18 min.) Tree trimming: it's a job that requires a professional attitude and a high level of training in order to work safely and productively. The very nature of tree trimming lends itself to many hazards. Of course, we all are aware of the potential of a serious fall, but there are also risks of coming in contact with energized utilities, falling trees and limbs, contact with poison ivy, oak, or even snakes.

Topics included in this safety video are: eye and hearing protection, hoisting up chainsaws, refueling a hot saw, kickbacks, carrying the saw, ropes, safety belts, climbing spikes, harnesses, ladders, metal or aluminum ladders, boom trucks or aerial baskets, aerial trucks, operators, poles and pole pruners, chippers, tree trimming crew, chainsaws, and felling trees.

Program comes with a CD-ROM of written materials, including test questions and answers. English title also includes PowerPoint presentation.