1. Bucking techniques have a significant impact on the quality of your product.
a) True b) False
2. Cutting with the flat section of the guide bar and the tip will greatly improve safe saw operation.
a) True b) False 3. Only one cut is usually needed to buck a log.
a) True b) False 4. Always cut the compression side first.
a) True b) False 5. Cut stems will generally move out from the compression side of the bend.
6. Spring poles have the potential to seriously injure unsuspecting workers.
7. Spring poles, windfalls and uprooted trees require special care when being cut.
a) True b) False 8. Start boring cuts with either the bottom or top of the guide bar.
a) True b) False 9. Standing on the downhill side will allow you time to move quickly if a stem suddenly rolls or settles.
a) True b) False 10. Taking the time to accurately measure forest products for bucking will save you money.