only competent persons should undertake the assessment of trees and sites, planning and preparation of the work method
determine appropriate control measures in consultation with workers and document the safe work method to serve as evidence of managing risks
discuss the control measures at the tool box talk
consider conducting a site specific risk assessment
the risks that are common to many jobs may not be re-assessed but persons undertaking the work must be familiar with the current control measures in place
planning should consider whether the presence of plant such as an EWP will impede the cutting and lowering of tree sections
plan emergency rescue plans, including aerial rescue procedures with everyone involved
use of plant to access high sections can reduce fatigue and dehydration