{"product_id":"chainsaw-operators-manual-forestworks-9780643097414","title":"Chainsaw Operator's Manual","description":"\u003ci\u003eChainsaw Operator's Manual\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential safety tool for chainsaw operators. It is the ultimate guide to basic chainsaw operating techniques covering safety, maintenance and cross-cutting, but not tree felling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetailed diagrams illustrate horizontal, vertical and boring cuts, as well as trimming and cross-cutting techniques. Safety considerations are discussed, including workplace safety, occupational hazards, kick-back and identifying dangerous trees. An explanation of the tension and compression forces in timber is also provided to help the reader understand where to begin cutting to avoid jamming the saw. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book covers chainsaw maintenance in detail, explains all aspects of the equipment and helps the reader select the right chainsaw and personal protection equipment. Trouble-shooting charts are included to help solve operating problems. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis manual has been updated to take into account the most recent changes in nationally accredited competency standards. It is a must-have for anyone operating a chainsaw. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures\u003cbr\u003eWorkplace and operator safety \u003cbr\u003eChainsaw maintenance \u003cbr\u003eBasic cross-cutting techniques \u003cbr\u003eCompetency Standards\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Forestworks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0643097414\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780643097414\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e CSIRO Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/11\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 64\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.40h x 8.10w x 0.40d","brand":"Forestworks","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48153079742719,"sku":"9780643097414","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ef82216f-1374-4e36-9dc5-d700239eea1c.jpg?v=1770781145","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/chainsaw-operators-manual-forestworks-9780643097414","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}