Make sure the area you are working in is free from debris and that the ground is generally even. This will make your work much safer and also easier.
Wearing chainsaw chaps is recommended for additional protection. You can purchase safety gear at most hardware stores.
Railroad ties are tough and hard to cut, so they may require you to change your blade out or sharpen it during the process. Cutting the tie could take a couple of minutes, so take care to work slowly and carefully. You can have a friend help you out by holding the railroad tie steady as you cut, but it is not necessary. If you do have someone help you out, make sure that they are also wearing safety gear and do not get in range of the chain saw blade.
Make sure the ground is as evenly as possible when using a circular saw. This will make the cutting proceed more quickly, safely, and smoothly.
It is better to wear more safety gear than less safety gear. Wear as much as you are comfortable with. You can buy safety gear at most hardware or home goods stores.
First you will have to loosen the mechanism which secures the shoe. If you do not know how to do this, refer to the owner manual for your specific model.
It may be difficult to get your saw through the railroad tie, so work slowly and cautiously.
It may be helpful to have someone rotating the railroad tie as you work. That way, you will have to pause less and can line up your cuts more easily.
Make sure you are wearing heavy duty shoes or work boots during this step, or you might hurt your foot.
