A focused safety briefing on how rope behaviour between the hammer and post cap can become dangerous if not actively monitored. Tony explains why the rope going slack as the cap meets the post often causes it to fall free — which is generally fine and even preferable — but warns that on a leaning mast (e.g. working on contour), the rope may not clear and can carry the post cap with the hammer stroke, releasing the post unexpectedly. Always visually confirm cap status before every stroke, and never assume the rope will fall off on its own.