Description:
This is a five day class with a minimum of 40 hours. The Basic Arborist class is built for individuals looking for instruction on professional tree care training and on climbing with a rope and saddle. This class size is limited to 12 people at a time, and will be taught both hands-on and in the classroom.
The prerequisites for this class are:
Physical ability to climb using rope and saddle
Minimal fear of heights
Ability and willingness to follow directions
Willingness to work outdoors in all weather
Must be drug and alcohol-free during training
In this class your employees will learn:
Basic tree function, structure, and growth patterns
Basic tree identification
Eight common knots used in tree care
To climb to a height of at least 20’
How to complete a work-skills climb in the field
Basic limb walking
Tree removal techniques
Current ANSI Safety Standards
How to use chainsaws safely
How to complete a safe aerial rescue
Upon completion of this class, individuals will receive:
ACRT Arborist Training certificate of completion
ACRT Arborist Training’s Working In Trees textbook, complete with current ANSI Safety Standards
ISA Continuing Education Units (CEUs), if requested
Registration:
call 330-328-7783