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Logging Slide Presentation   44 of 82  Back    Next    Index    Considerations Prior to Felling Checklist What hazards are present in the area where the logger will be working. Determine the felling direction and how to deal with foawrd lean, back lean, and/or side lean. Provide a retreat path so the logger can reach safety while the tree is falling. Determine the proper hinge size to safely guide the tree in its fall. Proper felling methods allow the logger to safely fell the tree.

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