Safety tips when splitting firewood

A splitting axe or maul can do serious damage to a body if used carelessly or with bad judgement. Here are probably the most important safety tips to be considered when using these implements.

[@hotpoker4212]

Good job, Michael,the long handle,gives you more energy,in your swing, important to have the block,at the right height,for maximum impact,👍👍

[@roykremer9357]

Good sound solid advice.Spot on!.

[@MrROBERT4473]

Very useful advice as usual Michael. Minus 30 degrees C. today so no chopping.

[@michaelkearney5562]

Roy, I can imagine no chopping. At that temperature, I believe, metal can become brittle. Thanks again for the comment!

[@mversantvoort]

Great advice, thanks!

[@michaelkearney5562]

Thanks Maikal.

[@stevenrobertson6656]

Good advice Sir.

[@michaelkearney5562]

Thanks Steven!

[@pauljc2150]

Good advice Mick. What sort of tree was is it? Did it fall or did you cut it? Is it down long?

[@michaelkearney5562]

Paul, It was Sitka Spruce, one of six that I cut down that same week-end. There is a about two more week-ends of work of cutting into blocks and doing the splitting.