Conclusion Picking a ladder for trimming trees appears to be.

Mar 03, One way to safely use a ladder in a tree without killing or injuring yourself.

With an ANSI-type IAA rating, this ladder has a weight capacity of pounds and is durable for use in uneven and difficult workplaces.

One way to safely use a ladder in a tree without killing or injuring yourself. Sep 21, Check to see that the brace caught securely on the ladder rung. Make sure the ladder is near the branches you want to trim.

When using a straight ladder or extension ladder, angle is equally important because it affects stability.

Place the feet of the ladder one-fourth of the ladder's length from the tree trunk. Allow. May 05, I had less than one year experience doing these types of jobs.

I suppose using cables help but overall the situation you saw was not recommended or safe.

I wasn't aware of SRT, DRT. All the gear to make these jobs a lot SAFER!I'm aware of all the m. Mar 28, Attempting to prune heavy branches or a tall tree is not recommended. Hiking up a ladder with pruning tools in hand can be very dangerous. You could lose your bearings and injure yourself, or worse, the ladder could fall over. The same goes for trimming heavy tree branches.