Tree Care
Examples of safety hazards that can injure tree-care workers on the job include:
- Falls
- Sprains and strains
- Electrocution (e.g., power lines)
- Falling tree parts or sharp objects
- Machinery and equipment with dangerous moving and rotating mechanical parts
- Harsh weather (e.g., heat, cold, wind)
- Wildlife
- Hazardous chemicals
Rules
- Line-clearance tree-trimming operations WAC 296-45-455
- Safety Standards—Logging Operations WAC 296-54
- General Industry Standards WAC 296-800
Enforcement Policies
Videos
- Tree Trimming Safety Video (English) / Poda de árboles (Spanish version)