You Can Reduce The Risk Of Injury

you can reduce the risk of beeing involved in an acciden or give yourself a better chance to reduce the injury of an accident before you start the chain saw. For a chain saw operator working in the woods, oftentimes it is the environment rather than the equipment or chain saw which can put the operator at risk. Have an understanding of the hazards involved in loggin and learn how to work safely in spite of those hazards. Study the Safety Manual/Owner's Manual which came whith the chain saw manufacturer. Have a knowledge of good logging techniques. Always wear good protective equipment: leg protection, safety boots, hard hat, protection for eyes and ears, protective gloves, personal first aid kit. Be in good physical condition and mental health and not under the influence of alcohol, drugs etc. Don't operate a chain saw when you are fatigued. Never work alone - but - never allow bystanders to be in the area where a chain saw is used or a falling tree can hit. "Safe and smart is better than fast" Sören Eriksson at his breakfast table.

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