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You are here: Home / Blog / Best practice for tree climbing operations Case Study

March 5, 2018 by Rossy

Best practice for tree climbing operations Case Study

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Tree climbing operations must only be performed by people with suitable training, experience and expertise. Holding a Certificate of Competence relevant to the task they are performing. It is important to note that a Certificate of Competence is not a measure of experience. The inexperienced must be adequately supervised.

Contents

  1. Planning and preparation for tree climbing operations
  2. Pre-work checks for tree climbing operations
  3. Tree climbing operations anchor points
  4. Climbing system and associated equipment/a>
  5. Aerial rescue provision
  6. General observations

Good practice for tree-climbing operations

Planning and preparation for tree climbing operations

Discuss and plan the job beforehand, prepare a risk assessment and emergency contingencies. Remember that the job is a team effort – ground staff should support and monitor the climber at all times. If observations are made that cause concern, notify the climber, using the agreed system of communication.

Pre-work checks for tree climbing operations

Before starting the saw and removing any material, check that any components connected to the climber (climbing ropes, strops etc.) are placed in a ‘safe position’ away from the risks of entanglement or damage. Check for correct positioning of any rigging or lowering systems that may be in use. Be vigilant throughout all aspects of the operation.

Tree climbing operations anchor points

When sectional felling (‘topping down’) stems a minimum of two attachment/anchor points should be used.

Climbing system and associated equipment

There is a wide range of equipment available which can improve the efficiency of tree-climbing operations. However, if new components are added to a climbing system, the climber must be fully familiar with their correct use and application.

Aerial rescue provision

There must be a second person available equipped, trained and capable of performing an aerial rescue in the event of an emergency.

Good practice for tree-climbing operations

General observations

Remember that accidents do not only happen to the inexperienced – the time served professional are also vulnerable. Adherence to the key fundamentals learned in training (and highlighted in industry publications) will significantly reduce the risks of accidents.

For more reading on the topic please view the below links:

Good Practice Guideline (GPG) for Arboriculture – NZ ARB

Safety and health in arboriculture – ACOP

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