Arboriculture II Climbing and Pruning

Catalog description

In an outdoor setting, this course provides practical application to principles presented in the previous arboriculture course. The students observe and perform skills in tree climbing and pruning, as well as tree repair, practical rigging and tree removal as opportunities present themselves. Knowledge of safe tree care operations and tree pruning standards are stressed, and students gain skills in knot tying, aerial rescue and clear communication.