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6 Organization of the work site
All operatives should be aware of:
• the work to be carried out;
• their personal responsibilities;
• the work in progress;
• the tasks involved.
6.1
Suitable systems of communication between operatives must be
established. Operators must check the danger zone before releasing
any sections from the tree.
6.2
The work area must be identified and secured by the use of
suitable signs and barriers or other appropriate means.
6.3
Safe working distances and practice with respect to overhead
power lines must be maintained in accordance with the
requirements of power suppliers and national regulations.
6.4
Work on, or close to, public highways and railways must comply with
national and local requirements regarding signage and the use of
high visibility warning clothing.
6.5
Ground staff must inform aerial operators before entering the drop
zone under the tree or operating noisy machinery such as chainsaws
and brushwood chippers which could hinder communication.
6.6
Provision must be made for accidents and emergencies. All staff must
be trained in emergency procedures, including assisting with aerial
rescue situations. This applies to tree care operations being
undertaken from a rope and harness and from a lift platform.
6.7
Work in adverse weather or poor light conditions should only
continue if safe practice can be maintained.
6.8
Safe methods of operation for the work to be completed should be
agreed by all operators on site. These methods should include safe
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