It's not a good idea to cut limbs from a ladder. Even the simplest tasks on the ground become more complicated when up in the air. People need to reconsider using a chain saw for jobs off the ground. Often a rope attached to a truck can pull the limbs to the ground for safer sawing. The bottom line is don't take risks.
Most limbs can wait for someone with more cutting experience.
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