Direction of fall
50 mm
Notch
10
Log supported along the entire length
Cut from top (overbuck). Avoid cutting earth.
12
Log supported both ends
1st cut overbuck (1/3 diameter)
to avoid splintering
14
EN - 4
Felling back cut
50 mm
Hinge
2nd cut underbuck (2/3 diameter)
to meet 1st cut (to avoid pinching)
Keep work off ground. Leave support limbs until log is cut.
Log supported one end
2nd cut overbuck (2/3 diameter)
to meet 1st cut (to avoid pinching)
Bucking a log
Stand on uphill side when cutting because log may roll
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11
1st cut underbuck
(1/3 diameter)
to avoid splintering
13
15