very horrific accident

http://www.newser.com/story/251584/m...ign=rss_us_syn

not sure of the details but usually this happens when the tree is not
put in root first

but there are other ways it can happen too like a snag on to a coat
sleeve

On Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 7:23:42 PM UTC-5, Electric Comet wrote:
very horrific accident

http://www.newser.com/story/251584/m...ign=rss_us_syn

not sure of the details but usually this happens when the tree is not
put in root first

but there are other ways it can happen too like a snag on to a coat
sleeve

Thanks for sharing.

replying to Electric Comet, Iggy wrote:
The bottom of the tree or branch goes in first, since everything grows upward
or outward from there. And, in the case of any curled, twisted or diseased
deformation, they should be cut off prior to chipping. This way, the tree or
branch collapses easily and naturally to slip right in and not get stuck on
branches withholding the feed.

Also, anything should be thrown into the chipper from a distance so you can
have time to react, even just falling will take you out of the path and cause
the branch or clothing to break or tear loose. Try it with a Christmas tree in
a doorway.

Leading with the bottom of a tree that's 2, 3 or 4-times the doorway's width,
the tree slips right through with almost no effort. Now, lead with the top of
a tree that's only slightly larger than the doorway, the tree immediately
binds up and you have to break branches with a lot of effort to get the tree
through...you shove and stuff and kick yourself into the chipper.

--
for full context, visit https://www.homeownershub.com/woodwo...st-812205-.htm