Being a lineman myself one trick that we do when we climb and have work to do on a pole,and this can apply to hanging stands,is climb a bit higher and work below yourself,kind of like a workbench height.Body possitioning is important.It's not a bad idea to bring another stacking stick or screw in steps along.and work the tree from the other side,also it doesn't hurt to drive a nail or screw a step in temporarly hold the stand as you affix the ratcheting strap.you can drive a screwdriver in the tree too.Bill D>