Pete Mctree
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For those who don't know- that's a pic of my right arm. I lascerated the bracial artery, so after such a serious bleed i feel qualified to comment upon such incidents. 2 large wound dressings were applied, and I slowed the bleeding using a toniquet and brute force (until medical help arrived). So if a climber descends from a tree bleeding, and all you have to do is run towards him to locate a dressing- fantastic! Run towards the truck- er- no thanks. This thread raises valid points- but if you choose not to carry one, it may be your own life that is put in the balance. Sorry if i'm bleating on again, but this is IMPORTANT
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Logical place to keep one. I cannot think of a good reason why not to carry on there. Easy for the climber and/or rescuer
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please share!
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but your never invited
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Even less suprising that you beat me to replying:001_tongue:
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someone say drink?
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"I say- d'at boys got a woman's ass!" How did you find it Ed?
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All fascets of the industry have much to teach. I hope you enjoy it, although it will be hard work, but arb is in any sector
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Make sure you are adequatley hydrated before work, especially if you have had a drink or lots of coffee/tea. Trying to play catch-up is almost impossible. If you are thirsty it means you may have left it too late....................
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I seem to remember Tony failing miserably at the barpin bowling. saying that all i succeeded in doing (apart from watching) was get a stinking hangover
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Your point is more than valid, and thanks for posting it. The use of a pulley serves three functions for me- firstly in the absence of a natural crotch, secondly to protect and therefore maintain the structural integrity of the rope (most double braids have relativley poor heat resistance) and thirdly to ensure a predictable amount of friction so making the rigiing and running of loads more predictable therefore smoother and safer. I have used compound rigging systems when lifting , then subsequently lowering loads. The main issue i had was the exra rope in the system made it vey elastic thus difficult to manage. If there was a long fall height for the load this could be of massive benifit, as the load could be allowed to run, and i will have to have a look at it again and treat this as a positive. Some great food for thought - thanks
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on page 28:001_cool:
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I agree. You have my condolences on your impotence too:scared1:
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A couple of cans of guinness seems to get rid of mine
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No disagreement here. I inform the client of the consequences to the best of my ability, and then go to work
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Agreed- I am critical of the specs, not of the professional display of climbing and pruning.
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To reduce an oak in that manner is practically topping. I'd rather see it hit much harder- leaving a strong scafold framework, then allow it to regenerate. stripping the crown off is only gonna increase mass and wind loading with the dense regrowth. counterproductive
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Should have said they made you sign the contracts under duress, as you feared for your job
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Fair point Lee, as long as you don't complain about the standards of people entering the industry that is. As for training a sparky, would you let one with a couple of weeks training re-wire your house?
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And what's your excuse Dave?
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I'll not disagree ALF
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for rigging was recomended 7/1
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Very difficult to make stick legally, and not that sound ethically
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Looks great Log. Save a bit harder and you might be able to afford a 4th wheel for the tractor Might even be able to use it then!
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Often happened when you tightened them after you had loaded them. I don't miss them
