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Wolf, Jerry . 2008. T&D Snippets—Felling Hazard Trees With Explosives. 0867 2S09. Missoula, MT: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, National Technology and Development Program.

Felling Hazard Trees With Explosives

By Bob Beckley

Felling hazard trees can be dangerous. Fire-damaged trees or trees with excessive decay can be too hazardous for sawyers to fell with a saw. This tech tip describes how to remove hazard trees safely with explosives. This alternative to sawing can be safe, cost-effective, and efficient.

Certified blasters with the hazard tree endorsement are readily available throughout the Forest Service. Make sure you plan your work to include explosives if it will help make the workplace safer.

Felling Hazard Trees With Explosives

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T&D > T&D Pubs > Library Card Library Card Wolf, Jerry . 2008. T&D Snippets—Felling Hazard Trees With Explosives. 0867 2S09. Missoula, MT: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, National Technology and Development Program. Felling Hazard Trees With Explosives By Bob Beckley Felling hazard trees can be dangerous. Fire-damaged trees or trees with excessive decay can be too hazardous for sawyers to fell with a saw. This tech tip describes how to remove hazard trees safely with explosives. This alternative to sawing can be safe, cost-effective, and efficient. Certified blasters with the hazard tree endorsement are readily available throughout the Forest Service. Make sure you plan your work to include explosives if it will help make the workplace safer. Felling Hazard Trees With Explosives Keywords:
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