If trees are part of your habitat, having a chainsaw is helpful, especially for clearing your driveway of trees and tree limbs after ice and wind storms.
If you are new at the business of chainsawing, you should thoroughly study the safety aspects of it. Practice enough so that you are comfortable with your new skills. During emergencies is no time to learn anything.
Experienced chainsawyers appreciate the extra margin of safety that good safety gear provides. Chainsaw safety chaps, safety gloves and glasses are not 100% chainsaw proof, but may make the difference between a good day and a bad day.
Buy only good brands of safety gear. Discount or "off" brands are noticibly skimpier on quality. The savings are certainly not worth the sacrifice. AO is a good brand that is reasonably priced. The best deal I've found for safety chaps is here:
http://www.northerntool.com/
NorthernTool.com
1-800-221-0516
AO Safety Chainsaw Chaps Item # 181931 $49.99
Provides leg protection while logging or when using a chain saw. Durable nylon material designed to jam a chain saw on contact. Each leg has two quick-release buckles. Oil and water-resistant outer layer. 42 in. Waist with 37 in. Inseam. UL approved. U.S.A.
These folks sell lots of safety gear for chainsaw work:
http://loghomestore.com/
LogHomeStore.com
Orders: (800) 827-1688
Technical & other (503) 843-3608 Fax:(503) 843-3673
Email: Sales@LogHomeStore.com
Helmets
Ear Protection
Eye Protection
Safety Shirts
Chaps
Safety Gloves
Safety Boots
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Great work.
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