Thursday, 19 May 2016

How To Use A Pruning Pole Saw Efficiently

By Carolyn Hill


When you want to cut down a tree with a thick stem, you will opt to use a saw as it is efficient for this. Sometimes, however, you may not have access to the saw at the time. In such circumstances you may choose to use the pruning pole saw to do the work.

When using the pole saw for the first time, you need to know all the precautions that you should follow to avoid any accidents. Listed below are the guidelines that you should follow before you start using the pole saw to cut down the tall trees.

When professionals are working on large wood pieces, they attach ropes to aid in safe descending of the tree on the ground. This is not the case when doing it yourself. In such situation, the tree drops without any control. The thicker the tree, the more the work required. You should not work on trees near power lines. Using a pole saw to access eight feet height can be tiring as it requires using extensions.

The first tip to adhere to when pruning is that you should provide a clean working area. Prevent people from entering the area. Any hazards such as fallen wood should be cleared from the area. You should notice any hazards that cannot be moved like exposed tree roots. In case something goes wrong, you should quickly run for safety.

You need to plan on the areas that need to be cut before you start the job. You might be needed to make a jump cut that helps to decrease the weight of the tree. Jump cuts work by cutting the base of the tree using a saw. You may be required to cut off the branches to reduce the load.

The positioning of the saw determines the ease of the task. The saw should be vertically upright while using both your hands. To have control of the tools weight, you should pause after positioning it. Afterwards, you place the saw where you want to cut the vine and cut away. When doing a jump cut, the saws weight can rest on the branches.

You should also consider your position when making a cut. Be in a position where it will be easy for you to control your weight. Also, ensure that you make the right adjustments on the pole so that it is the right length. In case the saw moves sideways, always ensure that you adjust it to the right position before you go on. Always be careful so that you avoid any accidents.

The final and most important thing that you should do is cleaning the area after you are done. Collect all the branches and tree stems before going on so that you avoid any accidents from happening. All these are the things that you should know when using a pole saw. In case you are not confident that you can use the tool, always seek the help of an expert to help you.




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