Sudden shed death

Scottish Woodlands Toolbox Talk

The crown and limbs were removed from the first tree, using the agreed work method, reducing the weight remaining in the stem.

The work team then decided to move from the original work plan. They attempted to fell the stem and pull it back into the woodland area using two hand winches.

The agreed working method was to section fell all of the tree.

Before you change the agreed working method, ensure you agree this with the Forest Works Manager.