Safety First: Best Cutting Practices

I’ve been in the logging game for a while, and one thing I can’t stress enough is the importance of maintaining proper cutting angles. Recently, I had to retrain a new crew member on how to properly handle their chainsaw for felling trees, ensuring they always faced their cuts away from themselves. It made a huge difference in both efficiency and safety. What techniques do you all use to keep things safe in the field?

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