I noticed this GRN page today,
1909141 16:28:03 25-01-09 CUDLEE CREEK 24 PROVIDING FIRE COVER DURING FALLEN TREE REMOVAL AT LOT 1 PRERY RD CFS Cudlee Creek Info.
My first reaction was 'what the...firecover for a tree down ??'.
Then I wondered what is the risk of starting a grass fire from a hot chainsaw motor if the tree is in long grass ? Same with the refueling process. I was previously concerned with fire risk of the chainsaw & operator, not the grass & surrounding area.
Not a high risk when compared to angle grinder, but SES always have a fire extinguisher handy.
Is this an enhanced fire risk job during summer ??
Mmmm i would suggest the main risk would be associated with poorly fitted exhaust systems, or the chain striking a rock/nail/spike/etc...
Per the book, during the FDS or on a TFB day, operator must have a 4m clearance of combustible materials, or hand tools available. And a water spray or other extinguisher on site.
I guess your own personal fire truck is even better though ;)
well the few times i have managed to hit the bitumen or dirt with a chainsaw (don;t tell me you have never done this) it has caused sparks. I also believe it is illegal to not have a spark catcher fitted to the exhaust system.
Whoop, forgot to add that to my post, the saw must also have a properly fitted spark arrestor on the exhaust system.