Tree Pruning Guidelines Sample Clauses

Tree Pruning Guidelines. Pruning is an activity that can be done by anyone if they know a few of the basic principles. The smaller a tree is, the easier it is for the average individual to prune it. The larger the tree the safer and more practical it is to have a professional tree service do the pruning. See the "Tree Pruning Standards" for more information on safety and pruning standards for professional tree services and landscape contractors. Since pruning deals with sharp equipment, climbing, and possibly nearby or overhead power lines, working safely is very important. Inexperienced individuals should not climb trees to prune them, use a chain saw to prune trees, use a chain saw on a ladder, nor prune trees near overhead power or other utility lines. Begin by wearing the proper personal protective gear, including safety glasses or goggles and gloves if using a hand pruning saw or pruning shears. A hard hat should be worn when pruning large limbs overhead. Some other tree pruning guidelines are listed below.