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    The Science of Practical Rigging

    Summary

    The Science of Practical Rigging  

    Knowledge is key to critical thinking and decision making. Arborist rigging accidents are on the increase!

    Ropes, knots and equipment must be chosen specifically for their ability to perform in a given situation.  

    An arborist / tree worker must be able to think through and make critical decisions on our feet every day!  This requires a solid understanding of rigging equipment safety, rigging system safety, basic rigging forces, physics and terminology.

    Learning Objectives:

    1.     Learn basic principles of safety and productivity with today's rigging equipment, methods and systems.

    2.     Learn how to use safety factors and working load limits pertaining to arborist rigging rigging lines, knots and rigging hardware

    3.     Learn to evaluate forces before the rigging operation

    4.     Increase your critical thinking and decision making skill

    5.     Increase your safety, skill and productivity! 

    Presenters

    Ken Palmer has more than 30 years of experience in the tree care industry.  An ISA certified arborist, he is skilled in challenging and difficult tree removal methods including the use of cranes to dismantle and remove trees. Palmer is a well-known instructor, speaker, researcher and consultant for the tree care industry. Ken specializes in chain saw safety and handling, precision tree felling operations, tree climbing methods, arborist rigging, rescue systems, trainer training and much more. 

    Longtime member of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), The American Society of Training and Development (ASTD) and the ANSI Z133 Approved Standards Committee, Palmer is a three-time ISA, International Tree Climbing Champion. He has instructed and trained thousands of individuals in best practice work methods, connecting techniques with technologies from all over North America to Western Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Japan.

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