Five basic guidelines for tree stand safety include:

September 17, 2008

Tree Stand Safety is all our responsibilities when we hunt. I came across this on the NCWRC’s website and thought it was worthwhile to post.

Five basic guidelines for tree stand safety include:
· Always wear a full body harness, also known as a fall arrest system. This is the best precaution anyone can use.
· Maintain three points of contact (hands and feet) when climbing up or down.
· Never carry anything when climbing – use a haul line to raise and lower an unloaded gun, bow or other equipment once safely seated.
· Check all belts, chains and attachment cords before use.
· Don’t select a decaying or leaning tree, or slippery-surfaced or smooth-bark tree.

Lets Be Safe Out There
-Moose-