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(Safety Is Important)

Most power tool owner’s manuals, like most how-to books, start with a section about safety. The problem is, it’s a boring list that many readers skip right over. They want to start using their new machine and do not want to waste time reading the same old safety rules.

The chainsaw, however, is not like other power tools. It is an extremely effective tree-cutting and branch-cutting machine. It works because it is an engine driving a sharp-toothed chain around a long, exposed guide bar. The fast-moving cutters can’t be guarded, and consequently, the chainsaw is the most dangerous hand-held power tool in the world. Because of how the machine works, a chainsaw injury is liable to be a deep and ragged cut requiring many stitches and taking a long time to heal. You absolutely do not want to have a chainsaw accident.

That’s why I must discuss safety right up front in this book, so you can avoid an accident while you learn to use your saw. (Please see reader advisory here.)

Danger Zone

Along with the saw itself, successful chainsaw operators must also purchase and use personal protective equipment. It’s not optional and can’t be postponed until later. Personal protective equipment includes a hard hat, a face shield and goggles for eye protection, hearing protection, leather work gloves, Kevlar-reinforced chaps for leg protection, and steel-toed boots. Yes, you do need all of it. No kidding around.