Oxfordshire Woodland Group

It is important to wear suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) when operating a chainsaw including :-

Boots
Gloves
Braces (UK) / suspenders (USA)
Hard hat with visor
Trousers

and a properly maintained chainsaw.

Chainsaw training is important and starts with log handling & manoevering, cross cutting & chainsaw maintainence.

Following the correct procedure results in a safe and satisfactory outcome.