The best safety precaution for treestand hunting is to wear a full-body harness and stay tethered to the tree or lifeline the entire time you’re off the ground. A full-body harness secures the bowhunter to the tree or lifeline with a tether, which is located on the harness’s back, just below the neck.
When hunting in a tree stand you should always?
Whether it’s your first time to use a treestand or your 500th, always follow the ABCs of treestand safety: Always remove and inspect your equipment before using it; Buckle your safety harness; and Connect to the tree before your feet leave the ground.
What is the first action that should be taken if you fall from an elevated stand?
Signal for help. Climb back onto the platform as quickly as possible. Take actions to avoid suspension trauma if you must wait for rescue. If you do not have a suspension relief strap, keep moving your legs.
What is the safest device to use when climbing a tree stand?
When you climb a tree or on a tree stand, the safest device to use is the fall arrest system (FAS). It is also called a safety harness. A safety harness is a kind of safety gear intended to prevent injury or damage to a person, an animal, or an object.
What type of treestand should never be used?
Homemade or permanent stands Homemade or permanent treestands made of wood are NOT recommended. These treestands often deteriorate over time and become unsafe. The platform can also become slick due to rain, snow, ice or moss that collects on the stand.
Is 12 feet high enough for a tree stand?
Most bowhunters hang treestands 17 to 20 feet up the tree. However, that’s a general rule, and doesn’t apply to every situation. The less cover you find, the higher you should hang your treestand, within reason. Do not go higher than 25 feet.
What to do when climbing out of a tree stand?
When climbing into or out of a tree stand, always use three points of contact with your hands and feet. Keep a firm hold on the climbing system as you enter or leave a platform, and don’t let go until you’re certain you are secure. Stay tethered to the tree.
Is it safe to leave an elevated stand on a tree?
Carry a signaling device, such as a whistle, radio, or cell phone, to let others know if you have a problem. Take your time and plan every move you make while installing and using an elevated stand. Check your stand carefully prior to each use. Do not leave a stand attached to a tree for more than two weeks.
When to use a tree stand and FAS?
Attach your FAS to the tree while at ground level, and keep it attached throughout your hunt—from the time you leave the ground until you get back down. Use a tree stand only during daylight hours. Practice first with your tree stand and FAS at ground level, using all safety devices that were included with the stand.
When should a Hunter wear a fall-arrest system?
When should a hunter wear a fall-arrest system? Two duck hunters are seated back-to-back in a boat. How large is the zone-of-fire for each hunter?
