Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.15157 - Bucking or limbing positions; chipping
Rule 5157.
(1)
If possible, a limber shall stand on the opposite side of the tree trunk from a
limb being removed.
(2) If working
on a slope, a bucker shall work from the uphill side.
When the employer demonstrates that it is not feasible to buck or limb on the uphill side, the tree shall be secured with chocks to prevent it from rolling, sliding, or swinging.
(3) Trees piled for bucking and logs in a
deck shall be piled in a manner that is not hazardous.
(4) Before bucking or limbing wind-thrown
trees, precautions shall be taken to prevent the root wad, butt, or logs from
striking an employee.
The precautions include chocking or moving the tree to a stable position.
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