FACTS
- Every year people are seriously injured or killed while doing tree work. Most people injured have extensive experience in tree work.
- Common causes of injuries include falls from heights, being struck by falling objects, working around power lines, musculoskeletal disorders, exposure to noise, working with equipment and sun exposure.
- Hazards are known in advance which can be unforeseen.
- condition and stability of the tree
- falling or swinging objects including tree parts that have been cut or have the potential to break
- onsite conditions that increase the risk of slips, trips and falls
- manual tasks including pulling, pushing, lifting and […]
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