JNRBRONC
Well-Known Member
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Most tree stand accidents happen while ascending, descending and stepping onto and off of the tree stand. That's why the National Bowhunter Education Foundation (NBEF) and the TMA (Tree Stand Manufacturer's Association) recommend being attached to a safety line from the moment you leave the ground until you are back down on it.
The lineman's belt attachment is only one part of the total FAS (Fall Arrest System). Another item is the safety line that attaches to the tree (or base of the tree stand). There are several models on the market. One has a prusic knot to which you attach your full body harness with an attaching clip. You slide the knot as you ascend or descend--this way you are attached at all times.
Doug Clayton
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Not sure, but it appears to me that a person has to make at least one ascent to get the line in place for subsequent usage? That pretty much leaves me out since I put up my stand and take it down each day.
Another thing I'm wondering and never hope to find out is whether it is better to grind down the tree over the steps strapped on below me or free fall to the ground? Neither scenerio sounds like something I care to do! I take it the lineman's belt bites in real quick and stops downward movement?
To add to the whole mix, there was a safety DVD in with the "new" discounted open box stand I bought. Have I watched it yet? No, at least this thread is a reminder and I should go get it right now and watch it.
You can lead a horse to water......
Most tree stand accidents happen while ascending, descending and stepping onto and off of the tree stand. That's why the National Bowhunter Education Foundation (NBEF) and the TMA (Tree Stand Manufacturer's Association) recommend being attached to a safety line from the moment you leave the ground until you are back down on it.
The lineman's belt attachment is only one part of the total FAS (Fall Arrest System). Another item is the safety line that attaches to the tree (or base of the tree stand). There are several models on the market. One has a prusic knot to which you attach your full body harness with an attaching clip. You slide the knot as you ascend or descend--this way you are attached at all times.
Doug Clayton
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Not sure, but it appears to me that a person has to make at least one ascent to get the line in place for subsequent usage? That pretty much leaves me out since I put up my stand and take it down each day.
Another thing I'm wondering and never hope to find out is whether it is better to grind down the tree over the steps strapped on below me or free fall to the ground? Neither scenerio sounds like something I care to do! I take it the lineman's belt bites in real quick and stops downward movement?
To add to the whole mix, there was a safety DVD in with the "new" discounted open box stand I bought. Have I watched it yet? No, at least this thread is a reminder and I should go get it right now and watch it.
You can lead a horse to water......
