Rip Tompkins finishes the job of topping a tree using an arborist’s block, paying particular attention to safe work positioning, and any lean in the piece being cut.

Butt-Hitching (Blocking) Techniques part 1

This ArborPod&trade; series offers videos that can help an arborist identify parts of a line; select and use the appropriate knots; and learn about other equipment, resources, and techniques valuable in a variety of climbing and rigging scenarios.

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