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  1. AlexB
    Is that thoresby hall? --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?cnvlk5
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    Hopker is doing some re-spacing on the Lowther estate.... Rich (logrover) is doing tonnage felling...... --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?40cfgc
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    £1000 a week? 1987..... Did you snort your weight in nose candy every night and drink champagne like water? £120 a day will be plenty if your just a normal fella. --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?qmzllj
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    Depends where you are I guess. Down here there have been a few stands go for £28t standing. Get it to road side, put some profit on and........ £50t green 14ft logs. --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?dm2ssk
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    14ft green logs £50t Chip £27t Other products could be fence posts, red logs/bars pallet wood etc. --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?w0vcz3
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    @ 18 years you've got atleast another 7 till its time to worry about thinning. Also, forget the chipper, let the brash brake down naturally. A reasonable 2nd hand dalen processor may set you back around 5k. Perhaps instead of a chipper a timber trailer with a crane might be more versatile. Have you got your local woodland officer out for a chat? Normally quite helpful folks. Good luck! I'm very jealous! --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?rvfqg2
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    Had something similar. Infact exactly the same. Make sure the thermostat has been put in the correct way round..... --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?vlrued
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    No worries. Tell the forwarder to stay in the trees! That's what it's made for! --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?mkyhav
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    I'm on forest tracks alot. Unless your doing lots of towing or carrying loads of stuff get a small van. I went for a berlingo, has a fold away seat. Loads of room. Can tow 1050 gross (I think) 50mpg. Put some good tyres on too. You'll get a good one for around 3k and have money left over for extra locks, tow bars, ply lining trailer etc! --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?pagxiu
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    My plastic husky one has never worked, I left it on a radiator (in a tub) and tried all sorts to get it to work. The Oregon metal gun is really easy to use. Though it seems I might not need to grease the bar sprocket afterall! --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?zsikl2
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    I struggled with the husky one, I spent £11 for the Oregon one with 3 packets of grease. When you push down it should pump the grease out. So your thoughts are correct. Sounds like a faulty bit of kit to me! --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?xxyzfn
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    I'm going for the big metal box bolted to the floor method. Then have a chain welded into said box to go through handles of what's in box. The if you want put big dogs bed on top of said box........ --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?a4znlf
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    Chips or rings? --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?2ejwmj
  14. AlexB
    That's it I'm doing my climbing tickets! Bugger this Forestry lark!
  15. AlexB
    Pedroski, I've had panels put behind the windows, extra locks on all doors and will be bolting a tool safe in when it arrives next week. Just wondered what shop bought products people rate and don't rate. --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?asacwp
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    Had my jerry can pinched from almost empty van. So, what security products do you use to protect your vehicle? --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?0zjg3w
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    Which uni? I was at Newton rigg, I didn't rate the quality of the teaching. From what I hear it's got worse. I left after my placement but I will finish it part time elsewhere! It's always worth having the piece of paper. --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?o15kwl
  18. AlexB
    So, it all comes down to a lack of knowledge and saussage factory style training. Yes you can carry more industry specific equiptment in your HSE kit if you deem it essential to your individual situation. R/A etc. RC trainer #2 who was observing today had the opinion of if you have it use it. You must have a HSE kit with an ISO number. That is all. No drugs etc though you can now carry out a seperate RA to carry asprin. If you wish to add extra dressings including celox and your R/A specifies a need the your ass is covered. Rupe, nope RC trainer #1 was of the opinion at work I should only have a hse approved kit and that is it. I'm not allowed to use anything else in the event of an accident. Even if it is by me on me.....
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    I've just finished the first day of my FAW ticket, over the course of the day this came up. the course provider is the red cross and the trainer believes that not only can I not even use Haemostatic granules but they are also carsonogenic..... I have a HSE kit and my own peosonal kit in the van. I carry an impregnated dressing on my belt and have extras in the van. I'm not even allowed to carry a personal kit according to him as HSE will also investigate it's contents in the event of a serious incident. So, any one come across this? Once upon a time as a Kayaking instructor I always carried a work kit and a personal kit which was recomended. I know I've not been on a course for 4 years but have things changed that much that I can't even carry a personal kit? Alex
  20. AlexB
    Caravan would be ideal but makesure it's one you can be when it's brass monkeys! I've used laterooms.com recently. So long as there is a shower and a tv it's work.... Who cares! Normally pay £25 a night inc breakfast and try to include that in the job price!
  21. AlexB
    Save your pennies, but a vertex!
  22. AlexB
    As said, choose plot size according to stocking density/estimate trees perHA. In that plot (circular) count all trees of every species. Take DBH and top height of the recommend fraction for that sized sample plot. Mark all trees in plots inc a DBH/TH For sample trees so purchaser is able to check the plots for themselves. Then take all the info from all the plots. Get an average. Times that upto your site area. Then take off 10% and bobs your mothers brother. Don't forget to be atleast 5m from the edge of the stand if you can. If it crosses paths/rides knock of another 10% unless you can work out their area and remove that.
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    At a guess I would say that's Johnathon Crowther's kit. He'll want to know approximate tonnage to give you a quote. I'm guessing thinning. Is it self select or has it been marked? I doub't there would be much over 100t. Haulage for a forwarder is never much change out of £400 as it requires a low loader. so that's £400 he'll need to recover before wages/fuel etc.I would put it in at £1500 minimum Possibly on a day rate as it's such a small job. You'll be better off with a small tractor and trailer setup. Or sell it standing to euro forest/tilhill types.
  24. AlexB
    Thanks everyone for your emails, No more please folks. Most of the guys that have contacted me have more experience that I do so I'm sure I'll be able to get the folks I need. However, if you would like me to hold your details for future work possibilites please e mail me a copy of your CV with the subject; Operator Database. Once again, thanks to everyone who's contacted me. I'll be intouch over the next few days. Regards, Alex
  25. AlexB
    I'm looking for folks with cs 30/31 ppe and saw. Working on a tonnage rate which will vary depending on site and product. You'll need to be self employed and supply your own kit, OTE should be around £100 - £120 per day once you're used to the work. E mail [email protected] with a little bit about yourself and your experience and a phone number and I'll get back to you either way. Work sites for this year are at Calverton north notts, then Sheffield near j35 of the m1. This may vary but will give an idea of possible travel needs. Regards, Alex

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