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The Program is intended for tree climbers with 2-7 years experience performing both pruning and small-to-medium removals. Applicants should have experience as a tree climber, tree trimmer, and/or arborist and have a background in tree service or forestry/conservation. A basic-to-intermediate understanding and familiarity with the following concepts is required:
Identification and Use of Climbing Equipment
Gear Inspection
Hazard Risk Assessment
Climbing Knots
Methods for Ascending & Descending
Climbing Work Plans
Rope Installation and Tying-In
Isolating a Throw Line
Safe Climbing Techniques
Work Positioning
Limb-Walking
False Crotch Installing & Use
Techniques for Double-Crotching, Recrotching, and Redirecting
Techniques for Lowering with Control Lines
Identification and Use of Rigging Equipment
Rigging Forces, Hazards and Knots
