This course covers the techniques required to be able to deal with windblown stems which are still attached to the root plate.

Course Objectives:
H&S requirements, including current legislation, PPE,safe operation, and Risk Assessments.

Sever wind blown or otherwise uprooted trees, both under and over effective guide bar length in diameter.

Restrain overhanging (forward weighted) root plates prior to severing stems.

Using a hand winch to assist with felling, or restrain root plates.