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Understand Lifelines vs. Worklines

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Introduction to Climbing gear, ropes and knots for tree work

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What happens here

Keith distinguishes between two types of ropes: the 'lifeline' and the 'workline'. The lifeline is specifically designed to support the climber's body weight during ascent and descent, while the workline is used for rigging and safely lowering branches to the ground. He stresses that these ropes should never be switched or used interchangeably. Furthermore, both ropes must be continuously inspected for any rips, tears, or compromises. If a rope shows any sign of damage, it should be immediately retired and replaced with a brand new one to ensure safety.

Goal: Differentiate between lifelines and worklines and their respective safety protocols.

Tools and materials

  • Lifeline — Supporting the climber's body weight
  • Workline — Rigging and lowering branches

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until it becomes frayed or scarred or ripped or or compromised then you should retire it and get a brand new lifeline and your work line is always your work line and you also inspect that the same as well if there's any rips or tears or anything it's compromised you get a brand new one so you never switch them out okay first yeah these are a basic set of climbing gaps these are old school but they work tremendously great the longer ones here for trees shorter ones you see here for climbing telephone poles like the uh the city electric guys these are sick they're lighter weight they're more expensive and comfort in the tree is extremely important oh wow those are so beautiful see how it's got velcro

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