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Chainsaws are powerful tools essential for tree care professionals, but they come with significant risks, particularly rotational kickback. Understanding and managing these risks is crucial for anyone who uses a chainsaw. This comprehensive guide uncovers what rotational kickback is, [...]

Carabiners are vital components in the gear arsenal of every arborist and tree climber. Selecting the right carabiner for your climbing rig can impact not only the efficiency of your operations but also your safety. This guide will help [...]

Tree climbing, whether for arboriculture, maintenance, or recreational purposes, requires the right safety tools to ensure that every climb is both safe and effective. Western Tree Equipment & Repairs outlines the top 10 essential safety tools that every tree climber [...]

Tree climbing, whether for professional arborist work or recreational purposes, requires specialized equipment to ensure safety and efficiency. This guide explores essential tools for both ascending and descending in tree climbing, focusing on mechanical devices that enhance traditional climbing techniques. [...]

When it comes to climbing trees, using the right rope is essential for safety and efficiency. Unlike ropes intended for rock climbing or caving, arborist ropes are specifically designed to meet the unique demands of tree climbing. At Western Tree [...]

Whether you are a certified arborist or hobbyist tree climber, it's crucial to use specialized arborist ropes for tree climbing, not ropes designed for rock climbing or caving. Rock climbing ropes, known for their elasticity to absorb falls, and [...]

Embarking on a career as an arborist is not only about embracing a passion for trees and the outdoors but also ensuring that you are adequately prepared with the right equipment for the job. Safety, efficiency, and precision are [...]

If you're passionate about trees and want a career that revolves around taking care of them, becoming an arborist may be the perfect choice for you. Arborists are responsible for assessing tree health, diagnosing problems, and providing solutions. They also [...]

If you're an arborist, then you're likely familiar with the various rope access techniques available for tree climbing. In this blog post, we're going to explore the differences between two popular methods: the Dynamic Rope Technique (DRT) and the [...]

When you're working high up in the trees, it's important to take all the necessary precautions to ensure your safety. That's why it's so important for arborists to do a gear inspection before they start climbing. In this blog [...]