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● YT VIDEO ·blancolirio ·April 12, 2026 ·20:30Z

Chainsaw Safety Basics- Bore Cutting A 'Stovepipe' (tree)

A retired Cal Fire chainsaw foreman demonstrates bore cutting techniques and essential safety practices while felling a standing dead tree using a Stihl 500i fuel-injected chainsaw. The instruction covers proper chain brake engagement via wrist rolling, correct handlebar and trigger wrapping, chain sharpness verification, raker height adjustment, and controlled cutting movements. Stopping the chain between cuts and maintaining proper foot positioning are emphasized as additional safeguards for preventing injuries during logging operations.
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This article is not aviation content. It is a transcript of a chainsaw safety demonstration featuring a retired Cal Fire foreman explaining bore cutting technique for felling standing dead trees. It contains no information relevant to commercial, business, or general aviation operations, pilots, or aviation operators.

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