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Gary, Thanks for taking the time to look. I checked tso already but could do with it fairly soon. Cheers, Jan.
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Hi gary, it is listed but "unavailable". Any other suggestion?
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Hi, Anyone know where I can buy a copy of david lonsdale's "principles of tree hazard assessment ..." 2013? I have tried various websites but it is out of stock. Anyone wanting to sell their copy or know of a retailer with stock? Cheers, Jan.
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Had my treecore for 2 1/2yrs, use it several times a week, no signs of wearing out when I checked it a couple of days ago. Very happy with it overall. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Hi stihlmad, Sorry no I didn't see it previously. Wondered if anyone had returned their ropes? I don't have a treemotion. Cheers, Jan. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Hi Folks, I got this through to my email when I was away, no one seems to have posted here about it (apologies if it has been posted, if so could you direct me to it). Anyway here's a link to Gustharts site about it: https://www.gustharts.com/blog/teufelberger-slaice-termination-safety-notice/ Anyone noticed this on their ropes? I have a Fly 11mm and there's a step round the seam but not further down. cheers, Jan.
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Macduff holding Macbeth's Severed Head
jfc replied to Woodsculptorkim's topic in Chainsaw Carving Forum
Very nice, will have to go see it next time we are passing glamis. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app -
My 555 has been my main ground saw for 2yrs, never had any problems with it and it hasn't let me down. Would recommend it. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Fyi, I got some advice from Trading Standards on quotes. You shouldn't give a quote in person when you are there, without offering a right to cancel. In case the client feels obliged to say accept your quote. Apparently if you don't offer this they can refuse to pay after the work is done and and you have no legal standing. Best to offer verbal estimate then email or post a quote for them to accept. Hope that helps. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Bought a TW 160 2 months ago and am very happy with it. People suggested I get a bigger TW but so far happy with a smaller lighter one as it is easier to move with just two of us.
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I understand your enthusiasm to learn but the most useful thing is to now get some experience, and consolidate what you have learnt. If you can afford to offer to work for free to see how it all works in the real world. I am based in nr dundee so can't help you much there I am afraid. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Hi sapling, I think wanting to get a more academic background ie abc or rfs qualifications. However imo I would recommend doing it whilst you are doing the job. You will have so much more real world experience to base it on. At this stage like someone else said learn your tree id. There is a good book by 'bob Watson - trees their use, management biology'. Much cheaper than doing a course at this point. All the best. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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My experience is that there are opportunities in scotland, maybe not as easy as down south. If you have tickets, work hard and dont expect big bucks when you start, people will take you on. Where in scotland are you? Ring round local firms, even offer to work for free initially, that will likely open a door! Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Cheers, yeah still lots to learn, but that's one of the tthings I love about this job. I don't think you can self sharpen the 160 blades as they are curved not straight but they are double sided. I got a spare set when I bought it anyway. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Tbh I had very little idea how a chipper worked prior to buying one. I have come into arb straight as a climber and the company I worked for wanted me up trees getting the job done, as one of the other guys was very mechanically minded and would be the one to fix chippers. So my groundie knowledge is a bit behind my climbing. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Thanks for the advice. Sent from my PLK-L01 using Arbtalk mobile app
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Thanks Skyhuck and soc, That could well be it, it does seem like there's a gap between the rollers. I will get the cover off and see if there's anything in there. On another note - how do i Know it is time to change the blades? cheers jfc.
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Hi Folks, I am a newbie Chipper owner, had my TW ph160 for a couple of months and really pleased with it but it has just started not pulling in small diameter branches (1"), takes bigger stuff no probs. Any suggestions why this is happpening? I have used chippers for years but never been involved in there maintenance before. I have greased it and checked the belt tensions. I am assuming it is something fairly basic - ?blades need changed etc. Would appreciate some suggestions on where I need to start to sort it. Cheers, jfc.
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Thanks for the pointer to the FC document. There are holes in some live trees nearby,the client is going to keep an eye on them to see if they start to die to. cheers, jfc.
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Taken down a couple of Scots Pine and noticed these marks on the stem ?beetle tunnels (see photo 1). Then noticed holes in the bark on several other pines nearby with what appear to be similar tunnels appearing. I can't find any like it in my AA Tree Pests book, or on the Forestry Commission site, any suggestions welcome. cheers, JFC.
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The companies that advertise here are the ones I have dealt with, not had a reason to make a claim yet but they seem to know about tree work and provide suitable cover. As for how much you'll pay... I believe it is based on turnover as well as what proportion of your work is gardening and what is tree work (tree work generally being riskier than mowing). A couple of years ago with a turnover under £20k and no employees - i was quoted about £200-300. You of course can't do aerial tree work on your own (as far as insurance goes anyway!), so Ihad to get Employers liability etc so went up to about £500. Hope that helps. jfc.
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Distels with velcro calf fastening, I am happy with these. I made the mistake of buying some cheap ones initially so don't buy Fisher Direct cheap spikes as the bindings fall apart - and Fisher Direct refused to take my calls to discuss replacing them! It was all I could afford at the time.
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The National Tree Safety Group published a Commonsense Advice for Landowners booklet which has good advice for what you need to do to be a 'Responsible Land owner' as regards to Trees, it isn't too lenghty. Before you speak to insurance companies/brokers it might well be worth reading. Here's a link to the document: http://www.forestry.gov.uk/safetreemanagement all the best. JFC.
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I did the lanta basic tree inspection this year, as a client wanted a survey doing. This was the required so that my insurers would give me Professional Indemnity insurance. I did the course via the AA. I think that would enable you to do Hazard assessments for the guy Ben. It might be a good stepping stone to doing the PTI course. All the best with it. Jfc.
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Anyone familiar with rules around felling licenses in Scotland?
jfc replied to jfc's topic in General chat
Thanks Agri, It is mixed deciduous trees, and is enclosed. I spoke to someone at the FC today who said it might need a site visit to confirm, as the property isn't a house. But it is defintely not a plantation. Cheers for the reply.
