Guidelines For Using A Pruning Pole Saw

Sunday, 15 May 2016

By Carolyn Hill


There are three options available that you can go for when wanting to cut a thick vine and cannot access it when on the land using a saw. The options include pruning using a ladder, calling a professional and using a pruning pole saw.

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.

Professionals attach ropes to the vines especially if they are thick and heavy. The ropes are to aid the descent of the tree to avoid injuries. The thicker a tree is, the more the work for the professionals in bringing it down. On your own, you may not be able to use the ropes thus the tree will fall on its own. You thus need to be extra cautious. It is also advisable not to prune near power lines. One should also note that to use a pole saw to work at eight feet height is tiresome due to the need of 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.

Your position is another important issue to look at. Ensure that you are in a position where you can hold your weight comfortably. The saw should not be looked direct down or up towards you. It is advisable to lengthen the pole to make the right adjustments. You should start a grove in the branches that will later guide you. When making the first strokes, the saw may slip sideways. When it slips, you should reposition it before continuing. You should be careful when making the final cut.

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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