If a cut exits on the original face of the log, the team is disqualified. Two contestants will saw simultaneously. If the moving saw blade touches the wood prior to the signal, it is a false start and the contest will be restarted. Only one false start is allowed per contestant. Subsequent false starts will result in disqualification for that contestant.
Time stops when the disk is cut completely free.
If a cut exits on the original face of the log, the contestant is disqualified. The team must split the bolt, make kindling, start a fire, and boil the water. Contestants begin by splitting the bolt and making kindling. Contestants may make shavings for starter from the bolt, but only with the team's axe. No second axe or any knife may be used.