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5) If you're cutting into tree that's an active system there's compression and tension in the wood your cutting which can either bind up the blade or make the s
by gonzo41 7y ago
5) If you're cutting into tree that's an active system there's compression and tension in the wood your cutting which can either bind up the blade or make the saw kick, or both. Have a plan for the thing you cut. Where will the fall, where will you be etc.
- imglorp 7y ago6) Trees store an amazing amount of potential energy, both from gravity and bent spring members. Logs seemingly safe on the ground can roll and crush you, falling trees can leap backwards at you from the cut or not hinge how you plan. Search "barber chair" and "widowmaker" accidents. All this with uncertain footing in brush and an angry saw in your tired hand. Be careful out there.