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Both nylon or polyester, I think what most synthetic lifting slings are made from, degrade from exposure to UV. That one that broke sure looked sun beaten faded. Store them out of the sun when not in use at job sites wherever.

Crane operator must not be that cushy, a lot of them complain about having neck pain. Probably the unnatural position combined with the high level of concentration, particularly in tree work.

That being said, I've known and worked with a number of veteran crane operators well experienced in tree work. When I observe them in the cab, it doesn't appear like what they are doing is anything special to them. That's not just between picks either, the way they spend most of their time...

I've never found metal hardware to be a risk on wire rope or rope used for crane picks. I guess it could be, but like anything else requires paying attention. i think Jomo's point is well taken about lowering through a crown, but if you can't use it to some type trees is that really a...