goeduck
Super Member
I put my chain brake on when I have to step or climb over something, when on uncertain ground or walking with the saw any distance. Not every two steps. Having said that I have tripped taking ONE step backwards with an idling saw, probably more than once if I think about it. Usually a vine or berry cane, something hard to see and in those cases I tossed the saw away from me. Stuff happens but with PPE it improves your chances. Good boots up past the ankle help a LOT.