Introduction to electrical equipment, safety zones, Tree Categories and safe processes in relation to Arboricultural work.

Candidates will be introduced to Tree identification information, growth rates, and work descriptions for trees and electrical networks.

Learners will be using insulated rods to safely prune trees away from the electrical networks from the ground; this qualification looks at different work methods depending on the position of the tree.

This unit looks at setting up the climbing systems and safely reducing/removing branches around the electrical network.

Trees will be felled using holding cuts and a non-returnable assisted felling system.

This unit looks at safe set up of a MEWP and removing branch material with a chainsaw in the proximity of the electrical network.

A dedicated unit looking at the surveying process for identifying work needed on trees to maintain safe clearance from the electrical network. This unit covers surveying methods, planning, risk assessments and method statements

A new unit which focuses on health and condition surveys of trees within falling distance of electrical network in line with the ESQCR 2006 amendments.

This unit looks at the safe method to fell redundant Utility Poles using a rope assist.