Another 40 year old just starting

[Rough Hewn]

Forestboy, essential does have a valid point.
Tickets don't really mean squat in the real world.
Its experience that counts.
Maybe think about working for a few tree firms before embarking as a "tree surgeon".
[emoji106]

[forestboy1978]

11 minutes ago, Rough Hewn said:

Forestboy, essential does have a valid point.
Tickets don't really mean squat in the real world.
Its experience that counts.
Maybe think about working for a few tree firms before embarking as a "tree surgeon".

He's being a dick about it IMO. 

 

I'm not actually going to start banging out massive trees off the bat. I'm just going to process what I can. Very small stuff and learn what I can and I will be taking on people who I can learn from.

 

Sue me if I'm going into something that I've wanted to do for 10 years but never had the time or money to pursue before. 

 

 

 

 

[billpierce]

I reckon you'll do well to get to know some skilled subbie climbers and groundies, bring them in on your jobs and see it as a learning day.

One of my favourite things about subbing for a range of people is the things you pick up from how everyone does it a bit different.

Small dismantles you'll probs figure out but unless you want your first few reductions to look whack def get an experienced groundies or climber in I'd say.

Keep us updated with how you get on!

[Rough Hewn]

Yeah,
Crack on forestboy, just go safely.
Subbing as bill says gives you a broader understanding of roles/jobs.
EVERY crew I've worked for do things differently, and each claims their way is the best. [emoji23][emoji23][emoji12]
The smart ones are those who keep learning.
Everyday is a schoolday.
Keep us posted on your exploits.
Good luck
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[forestboy1978]

I will no doubt keep you posted and I'll even take picks so you I can be accurately and fully flamed to death. 

 

I've always been of the mind that if I'm going to be accused of being an asshat, at least be accurate in your assessment. I'll take it.

 

I am going to do this shit!! 

[Haironyourchest]

And get yourself a stein telescopic "mini reach" for hooking lanyard ends out of reach etc. Very handy. And a carry a throwbag on your harness to weight your climbing line and lanyards when you throw them to advance. And replace the contents of your harness first aid kit with a single Celox Rapid bloodstopper bandage, will be the only thing that gives you or anyone else a chance in case of severe injury. And make sure that first aid pouch is set up so you can reach around and unzip it, or pull it off without fussing with straps. And get a Victorinox Soldier knife and pouch, with a string tether for emergency - serrated blade one hand opening and locking but blunt point so no self-stabbie, and it's got a saw as well. And clip a whistle (should be one comes with the first aid pouch) to the plastic dongle on your helmet strap.

[forestboy1978]

3 minutes ago, Haironyourchest said:

And get yourself a stein telescopic "mini reach" for hooking lanyard ends out of reach etc. Very handy. And a carry a throwbag on your harness to weight your climbing line and lanyards when you throw them to advance. And replace the contents of your harness first aid kit with a single Celox Rapid bloodstopper bandage, will be the only thing that gives you or anyone else a chance in case of severe injury. And make sure that first aid pouch is set up so you can reach around and unzip it, or pull it off without fussing with straps. And get a Victorinox Soldier knife and pouch, with a string tether for emergency - serrated blade one hand opening and locking but blunt point so no self-stabbie, and it's got a saw as well. And clip a whistle (should be one comes with the first aid pouch) to the plastic dongle on your helmet strap.

Zero faith....

[carlos]

2 minutes ago, forestboy1978 said:

Zero faith....

id say he was just giving you some handy first aid tips! but you seem to have it all figured out any way ;(

[Haironyourchest]

And also, don't be ashamed to use a polesaw in the canopy. It's considered bad form, but sometimes it's the only safe way, for me, at any rate. I used mine yesterday, made an hour job into a ten minute job. 

[forestboy1978]

I was joking OMG..... 

 

VERY useful post that's why I liked it!