Ledburyjosh

@AA Teccie (Paul) have you any input on this? Do you know if any level 6 professional option exist or plans for any to exist?

I'd second that

Yeah. Otherwise an improvement on the pro in terms of ergonomics and attaching it to the line. But the binding is a big flaw for an expensive bit of kit. The absence of the slot in the bird like the RRP is a good thing. I've not seen it mentioned before but that slot can lead to a free fall when used in a moving rope set up by the bird jamming on the dead end of the rope holding it open. This predominantly happens when used with a cambium saver which allows the ropes to run close and parallel. I fell several metres before hitting the bird up and coming to a stop. That is also a major flaw with the RRP if used in that set up.

Yup that sums up my experience with my akimbo also. Massive potential, let down by it not actually working reliably. I'd be faffing changing my setting numerous times a day a right pain in the ass. I'm currently borrowing a BDB which is pretty sweet even though its pretty worn out it works, easy to midline attach and reliable without needing adjusting.

I had a brief go on a Vertec. It bound nunerous times, only breifly but very annoying... its of the shortlist.

Hi Mark. Yes I have the PTI and Tech Cert. I do currently do surveys as part of my work along side cutting. But would like to head to the top. No I have no degree in anything, my planned route was the tech cert followed by the Prof dip. Directly into BSC will need a discussion with Myerscough. My concern would be that the syllabus may specifically be expanding on the Fdsc. I shall look into that as a possible option.

The time has come where I am wanting to move further from practical tree work into consultancy, with the aim of getting chartered status and AA consultancy membership. I have the Tech cert back from 2011 when it was a level 3. At that time I assumed I would progress to the level 6 Prof Dip. However that has been make troublesome by the Level 6 Prof dip no longer existing.. I see tree life offer what appears to be the prof dip without it being the prof dip, so I am unsure how recognised this would be in the industry. I have no doubt you would learn a lot, however if other bodies (ICF & AA) do not see it as a valid qualification then its has little worth for my desired direction. Has anyone encountered this problem and found a solution or alternative courses? I am keen to avoid university, having thought I could progress to the prof dip from the tech cert. If I take the uni route this would involve first doing 3 years of the foundation degree and then onto the BSC. which is a huge time and money investment. Thanks

No improvement on the first edition then? Could you expand on why you didn't like it?

Has anyone any further reviews on the binding issue? I'm in the market for a 2nd mechanical of which easy midline attaching is required.. This looks almost good, but seems like it's majorly flawed.. like the akimbo, very good features but only works in certain parameters of humidity which also vary depending on the phase of the moon.. Eagerly awaiting the akimbo 2.0 release and subsequent reviews hoping they are good otherwise the BDB wins..

The wolfgarten red extendable pole with the hook on is handy for pushing the hitch up on this set up.

What's the load cell are you usingm

It's fine on Beal indrustrie 10.5mm

I'm pretty sure battery saws will still cut.. unless the policy is to only use flat batteries and manually pull the saw back and forth..

Why waste your time looking for alternatives which will never be Implemented or adhered to and just explain that the operatives, one or both were at error which can and will happen even though you have a robust stanard? More paper pushing won't fix all the accidents. It sounds like you would have a decent system in place that just needs re clarifying to the team. But TBH if your saying they shouldn't be within 5m of each other, all that's achieving is setting a rule that will be ignored as it not practical so the onsite standard just becomes to do whatever. Unrealistic systems create poor working practices. Realistic systems create good working practices. Barriers between team members is Unrealistic and will soon be abandoned in place of standing next to each other... Keeping a distance of more that a person can reach with a saw is realistic and will form efficient safe practices...

Well I was to late... 185kg would have been my guess though..

@Rich Rule Many years on how was this jacket? Still going? worth the purchase?

In this scenario, I would state something like... The proposed footprint impedes within the RPA of tree X by X meters. However, further investigations and study of the land's previous use and composition have revealed... 3 roots, etc... therefore, it is highly unlikely that the proposed plans will have a detrimental effect on the health and stability of tree X. Then, display on a map how much of the RPA will be protected and how, ideally, the total m2 should exceed the minimum. You can also state the remaining RPA exceeds the minimum required area of Xm2 to show the tree being considered and you not pinching bits on of its RPA in multiple sides. State what you see, and give reasoning for what your doing if it's outside of the recommendations of BS5837. The circle RPA's are in relatity to black and white.

Sounds like you need to not be lazy and put some effort into moving it onto a smaller adjacent fire. Most of what you wrote sounds like your trying to justify burning other animals to save you some effort of moving it onto an adjacent fire.

One in four year, that broke just within warranty. Amd a battery cause I unnecessarily left it in heavy ran not being used for a couple of hours. Sounds like keeping a spare would be worth while for you.

https://arbtalk.co.uk/find-a-freelancer/ Looks to be a few within an hour or so. I'm based in Penrith and am happy to go up to around Brampton if you have any work W of you that you need a hand with.

Solidur CLIMB chainsaw trousers Type A WWW.CHRISFORESTRY.CO.UK The Climb class 1 chainsaw protection trousers, design A with additional calf protection, will offer exceptional comfort... These also seem good if your into more protective. Rated type A but have all round calf protection which makes more sense to me then rear protection all up the back of your thigh. I've not tried these though and they haven't got the huge vents.

Yes. You can lunge, squat and twerk in them without hindrance. Also lined with a very nice wicking fabric. I'm a medium in these as well as other brands. They are French so made for European size people rather than Americans where a XS seems to be a large anyhwre else 🤔 This is the ones. Solidur Infinity Chainsaw Trousers WWW.CHRISFORESTRY.CO.UK INFINITY Super Stretch Type A Chainsaw Trousers Class 1 EN381-5 Low bulk 5 layer protective material. Coolmax® lining for... The only thing I didn't like was the yellow tool pocket on the side of the thigh it's just a saw dust trap. I unpicked the stitching and done away with it which was a good choice. Also just noticed they are type A not C. None the less they are by far the best trousers I've tried vs sips & stihls. Also a sensible price

Chris forestry is the place to get the solidurs from

I have solidurs.. Unsure which, not the climber ones. Mine are front protection only and no issues using them for climbing. Mine have huge vents down the back of the thigh. The comfiest trouser I've owned by some way

Did you find anyone for this?