Benchmark 5240-050 - Limbing a Tree Safely; Limbing Procedure and Safety

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NOTE: When the log is supported on both ends, cut 1/3 the diameter from the top
(overbuck). Then make the finished cut by underbucking the lower 2/3 to meet
the first cut (Fig.37).
1
2
1/3
2/3
FIG. 36 FIG. 37
NOTE: When the log is supported on one end, cut 1/3 the diameter from the
underside (underbuck). Then make the finished cut by overbucking to meet the
first cut (Fig.38).
LIMBING A TREE (Fig.39)
2
1
2/3
1/3
FIG. 38 FIG. 39
WARNING: Do not stand on any unstable surface while using the product.
This could include, but is not limited, to ladders, scaolds, and trees (Fig.40).
NOTE: Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree. When limbing leave
larger lower limbs to support the log o the ground. Remove the small limbs in one
cut. Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding
the product (Fig.41).
FIG. 40 FIG. 41