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Felling Trees More people are killed while felling trees than during any other logging activity. These accidents CAN be avoided! To "fell a tree" means more than just cutting it down. Felling means to cut the tree in such a way that it falls in the desired direction and results in the least damage to the tree. To safely fell any one tree, you must: [1910.266(d)(6)(i) and (ii), (d)(8), (h)(1) and (h)(2)] Eliminate or minimize exposure to potential hazards found in the tree and in the surrounding area Determine an appropriate felling direction. [1910.266(h)(2)(ii)] Plan and clear a retreat path. [hinge size. 1910.266(h)(2)(vi)] Use a proper felling technique in making the cuts. [1910.266(h)(2)(v-vii)] Click for Safety Checklist: Tree Felling section Addifional Felling Trees information: OSHA Logging Standard OSHA Logging Preamble OSHA Logging Standard Amendment issued September 8, 1995 OSHA Compliance Directive, CPL 2-1.19 OSHA Compliance Directive, CPL 2-1.22 Continue with Lesson 4

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