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Apprenticeship
Curriculum Standard
Arborist/Utility Arborist
Common Core Level One:
444A/444B
Arborist Level 2
Trade Code: 444A
Utility Arborist Level 2

Trade Code: 444B
Date: 2008
Please Note: Apprenticeship Training and Curriculum Standards were developed by the Ministry of
Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU). As of April 8th, 2013, the Ontario College of Trades
(College) has become responsible for the development and maintenance of these standards. The
College is carrying over existing standards without any changes.
However, because the Apprenticeship Training and Curriculum Standards documents were
developed under either the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act (TQAA) or the
Apprenticeship and Certification Act, 1998 (ACA), the definitions contained in these documents may
no longer be accurate and may not be reflective of the Ontario College of Trades and Apprenticeship
Act, 2009 (OCTAA) as the new trades legislation in the province. The College will update these
definitions in the future.
Meanwhile, please refer to the Colleges website (http://www.collegeoftrades.ca) for the most
accurate and up-to-date information about the College. For information on OCTAA and its
regulations, please visit: http://www.collegeoftrades.ca/about/legislation-and-regulations
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Table of Contents
Introduction .............................................................................................................1
Program Summary..................................................................................................2
Level 1 Arborist/Utility Arborist ................................................................................3
LEVEL 1 ARBORIST/UTILITY ARBORIST COMMON CORE

S0246 Arborist Workplace Health and Safety I ..................................................4
S0247 Arborist Theory I .....................................................................................13
S0248 Arborist Practices I..................................................................................30
S0249 Arborist Hand Tools I ..............................................................................39
S0250 Arborist Equipment I ...............................................................................43
S0251 Arboricultural Sciences I .........................................................................48
S0252 Arborist Tree Identification I ....................................................................51
LEVEL 2 ARBORIST
S0401 Arborist Theory II ....................................................................................55
S0402 Arborist Practices II.................................................................................58
S0403 Arborist Plant Care - Pest Management ..............................................62
S0404 Arboricultural Sciences II ........................................................................68
S0405 Arborist Tree Identification II ...................................................................70
S0406 Arborist Crane Assisted Rigging ............................................................73
S0407 Arborist Equipment II 78
S0408 Arborist calculations..84
LEVEL 2 UTILITY ARBORIST

S0259 Utility Arborist Workplace Safety II..........................................................88
S0260 Utility Arborist Theory II...........................................................................91
S0261 Utility Arborist Practices II Tree Climbing ............................................98
S0262 Utility Arborist Practices II Aerial Device .......................................... .107
S0263 Utility Arborist Equipment II Brush Chipper and Aerial Device 113
S0264 Utility Arboricultural Sciences II ........................................................... 119
S0265 Utility Arborist Hand Tools II ................................................................ 123
S0266 Utility Arborist Tree Identification II ...................................................... 126
S0267 Utility Arborist Transmission Line Clearing II ...................................... 129

INTRODUCTION
This new curriculum standard for the Arborist and Utility Arborist trades is
designed down from the learning outcomes, which were in turn developed from the
industry-approved training standard.
The curriculum is organized into 2 levels of training, each including reportable

subjects containing like or similar learning outcomes to reflect the units of the
training standard. The hours charts indicates how the curriculum can be delivered in
the current block release format and summarizes the hours of training for each
reportable by level. Since the reportable subjects are all divisible by three they can
be adapted to accommodate a more flexible training delivery other than block
release.
The reportable subjects are cross-referenced to the training standard for ease of
comparison.
Each reportable subject and learning outcome identifies a recommended number of

training hours. This hour allotment is broken into hours for instruction in theory and
practical application. The division of the curriculum into reportable subjects that
follow a natural progression of learning through the levels and branches of training
will allow training centres and apprentices flexibility in program delivery while still
observing the importance of sequencing learning in a logical progression.
The curriculum is framed by and includes specific references to terminal

performance objectives in the Apprenticeship Training Standards for Utility Arborist.
However, it identifies only the learning that takes place off the job, in a training
centre. The in-school program focuses primarily on the theoretical knowledge
required to master the performance objectives of the Training Standards. Employers
are expected to extend the apprentices knowledge and skills through appropriate
practical training on the work site. Regular evaluations of the apprentices knowledge
and skills is conducted throughout training to assure that all apprentices have
achieved the learning outcomes identified in the curriculum standard. The balance
between theoretical and practical evaluation is identified for each unit of learning
outcomes.
Implementation date:
September, 2009
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Program Summary
Unit of Learning Duration (hours)

Theory Application
Level 1 Arborist/Utility
S0246 Arborist Workplace Health and Safety I 39 0

S0247 Arborist Theory I 57 0
S0248 Arborist Practices I 0 156
S0249 Arborist Hand Tools I 0 36
S0250 Arborist Equipment I 0 6
S0251 Arboricultural Sciences I 33 0
S0252 Arborist Tree Identification I 33 0
Level 2 Arborist
S0401 Arborist Theory II 24 0

S0402 Arborist Practices II 156
S0403 Plant Health Care - Pest Management 48 0
S0404 Arboricultural Science II 30 0
S0405 Tree Identification II 36 0
S0406 Crane Assisted Rigging 24 6
S0407 Arborist Equipment II 8 16
S0408 Arborist Calculations 12 0
Level 2 Utility Arborist
S0259 Utility Arborist Workplace Safety II 18 0

S0260 Utility Arborist Theory II 36 0
S0261 Utility Arborist Practices II Tree 0 144
Climbing
S0262 Utility Arborist Practices II Aerial 0 24
Device
S0263 Utility Arborist Equipment II Brush 6 6
Chippers and Aerial Devices
S0264 Utility Arboricultural Sciences II 9 6
S0265 Utility Arborist Hand Tools II 6
S0266 Utility Arborist Tree Identification II 33
S0267 Utility Arborist Transmission Line 6 6
Clearing II
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Level 1 Arborist/Utility Arborist
Summary of Total Program In-School Training Hours Level 1
Reportable Subjects Total Theory Practical

S0246 Arborist Workplace Health and Safety I 39 39 0
S0247 Arborist Theory I 57 57 0
S0248 Arborist Practices I 156 0 156
S0249 Arborist Hand Tools I 36 0 36
S0250 Arborist Equipment I 6 0 6
S0251 Arboricultural Sciences I 33 33 0
S0252 Arborist Tree Identification I 33 33 0
Total 360 162 198
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Number: S0246
Title: Arborist Workplace Health and Safety I
Duration: 39 Total
Theory: 39 Hours Practical: 0 hours
Prerequisites: NA
Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.01 - .14, U6041.01 - .11, U6042.02, .04,

.07, .09, .11, .13 - .16, U6043.05, U6044.05, U6045.01, .02, .11, .12, .20, .23, .24,
U6046.02, .03, .05 - .07, .10, .14 - .16, U6047.05, .06, .09, .11, U6048.01, .10, .11,
.14, U6050.01, .02, .08, U6051.07 - .10, U7160.01, .10, .13; U7161.01-.11;
U7162.02, .04, 05, .08, .09
General Learning Objective:
Demonstrate a working knowledge of pertinent safety and related legislation as they

apply to Utility Arboricultural safe workplace practices; and deal with potentially
dangerous on-site conditions, emergencies, hazards and materials.
Learning Outcomes and contents:
S0246.1.1 Describe the requirements of federal, provincial and municipal

legislation and regulations governing all aspects of the Arboricultural
industry.
Occupational Health and Safety Act

Description Sections
General 4, 3, 50, 51, 52
Internal Responsibility System
Right to know 37, 38
Right to participate 8,9, 10
Right to refuse unsafe work 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49
Duties of employer 25, 26, 29
Duties of worker 28
Duties of supervisor 27
Duties of Suppliers of equipment 31
Penalties 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 62, 66
Criminal Liability Of Organizations

Criminal Liability Of Organizations C-45
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Construction Regulation 213

Alternate methods and materials 3
Accident reporting 11, 12
General 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
PPE 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 26 (3), 26 (4),
26.2, 27, 43, 47
Fire requirements 52,53, 54, 55
Traffic control 67, 68, 69, 69.1
Ladders 78, 81
Equipment 93, 04, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 103,
104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 112, 113,
114, 115, 116
Electrical 181, 182, 183, 187, 191, 192, 193, 194
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Industrial Regulation 851

General 4, 5, 6, 11, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29
Chainsaw 39
Electrical 42.2, 43, 44, 44.1, 44.2
Material Handling 45, 46, 51, 52, 54, 55, 56, 57, 59, 60, 61,
66
Ladders 73
PPE 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 139
Logging 103, 104, 107, 109, 110, 111
Electrical Utility Safety Rules

Authorization for work 106
Authorized Worker defined
Competent Worker defined
Controlling Authority defined
Proximity defined
MTO Book 7 Traffic Control

Entire Book
WHMIS
Designation of Hazardous Material 1
Application of WHIMS 4, 6,7
First Aid Requirements under Workplace Safety and Insurance Act 1997
General 1, 2, 3, 4 5, 6, 7
Requirements 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16
Dangerous Goods Transportation Act

Application of Act 2, 3
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Municipal Bylaws
Unique to various regional and local Right-of-way and public lands
municipalities Tree preservation
Tree bylaws: Tree removal
Wood lots
Pesticide bylaws
Municipal property standards
Hazards
Nuisance trees
Forest Fire Prevention Act

Regulation 207/96 9 (1-3), 10 (1-4), 11 (1-4), 12
Highway Traffic Act

License requirements 32
Inspection of vehicle 82, 84,
Circle checks 107
Maintenance Logs
Trip log 190
Dimension limits 108, 109, 110, 111,
Weight Limits 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127
Off road vehicles on highways 191.8
CVOR 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
Ontario Regional Common Ground Alliance (Best Practices Version 1.0)

Location and Marking 3
Excavation 4
Compliance 6
Off Road Vehicle Act

Pesticides Act Ontario

Prohibition to exterminations 5, 7
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S0246.1.2 Identify the hazards of working in an energized environment.
Electrical Theory
Ohms Law
Relationships between: Resistance, Voltage, Current and
the - work performed and tools used
Utility Hazards
Generation process
Generation voltage to transmission voltage
Transmission voltage to distribution voltage
Second point of contact
Backfeed
Touch potential ground gradients
Step potential ground gradients
Induction electrostatic and electromagnetic
Flashover
Electricity and the Body
Minimum current for injury to human
Shock damage inadvertent movement contacting
Damage resulting in human contact with electrical circuits
severity factors, physiological effects, internal burns and
heart problems,
What to do if electrical contact contact EMS, ensure
hospital treats according to electrical contact accident
Proximity to other workers/equipment
Circuit Identification
Transmission circuit identification
Distribution circuit identification - tree barrier conductor,
underground conductor found overhead
Service wire identification - triplex, open bus
Underground hardware identification pad mounted
transformers, pole markers
Electrical System Configuration
Loop feeds
Radial feeds
Communications conductors overhead
Television conductors overhead
Underground utilities - natural gas markers,
communication pedestals
Electrical Equipment Identification
Switches
Reclosures
Capacitors
Insulators
Transformers
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Light standard transformers

Lightening arresters
Pole anchors
Guy wires
Underground Hardware
Electrical transformers
Natural gas markers
Water line markers
Barriers to Electrical Energy Overhead
Electrical Safety Rule Book
Application of proximity to electrical conductors for
unauthorized workers
Notification Controlling Authority
Requesting isolation and de-energization from Controlling
Authority
Barriers to Electrical Energy Underground
Ontario Regional Common Ground Alliance Best
Practices
Barriers to Electrical Energy Overhead (continued)
Requesting locates from One Call
Requesting locates from local utilities
S0246.1.3 Identify all other potential hazards on the work site, including hazards
in trees; overhead, on or under the ground; hazards to the public.
Environmental hazards
Darkness
Wet/ice/snow conditions
Wind
Thunder & lightning
Temperature extremes
Ice
Tree hazards
Hangers and split branches
Deadwood
Compression and tension wood
Spring poles
Barber chair
Chicot
Widow maker
Free-standing tree
Wind-thrown trees
Storm damage
Falling debris
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Wildlife
Severed limbs
Adjacent trees
Excessive fill over root zone
Root, stem/trunk and branch rot and cavities
Cracks, seams and ribs
Ground hazards
Debris
Unstable ground
Slippery ground
Slopes/uneven ground
Wildlife, holes and dens
Trip hazards
Deep snow
Natural gas markers
Water line markers
Septic systems, wells
Communication lines
Poisons Plants
Poison Ivy
Poison Oak
Poison Sumac
London Plane Tree
Poison Parsley
S0246.1.4 Identify potential fire hazards in the workplace and describe

preventative measures and the required procedures to follow in
the event of a fire occurrence.
Sources of ignition
Open flame
Spontaneous combustion
Electricity
Sources of high temperature, e.g.: hot muffler
Combustible materials
Types of hazards
Explosion
Ignition of combustibles and flammables
Dust
Vapour
Static electricity
Flashover
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Prevention
Good housekeeping
Approved containers
Grounding of equipment
Ventilation
Fire hazard policies and procedures
Fire fighting
Fire detection
Forest Fire Prevention Act and work practices
Type of fire
Gaseous
Liquid
Solid
Size of fire
Fire reporting
Fire suppression
Extinguishing equipment and use
Fire fighting training
Backpack pumps
S0246.1.5 Identify and describe how to handle, store and dispose of

hazardous materials, commonly found in the work place.
Materials
Lubricants
Solvents
Liquid and pressurized fuels
Pressurized materials
Wood debris
Corrosives
Handling and disposal
Personal protective equipment
Personal hygiene
Application of WHMIS
Securing for transport
Loading and unloading
Storage
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Disposal methods
Burying
Recycling/re-use
Spill response
Labeling
Dispensing
Transport
S0246.1.6 Identify and describe the use of pedestrian and vehicular traffic
control devices at the job site.
Hazards to control
Collision hazards
Operating machinery
Obstacles to pedestrian and vehicular traffic
Site securing methodology
Traffic cones
Hazard tape
Flag persons
Signage
Temporary barricades
Temporary traffic signals
Safe distances to maintain
Deployment methodology
Crash truck
Evaluation Methods:
On going written and practical testing
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Number: S0247
Title: Arborist Theory I
Duration: 57 Total Hours
Theory: 57 hours Practical: 0 hours
Prerequisite: NA
Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.14, U6041.01 - .07, .10, U6042.01 - .03,

.06, .07, .09, U6043.01 - .04, .08 - .10, .12, U6044.01 - .03, U6045.01, .02, .05, .06,
.08, .09, .13 - .15, .18, .19, 21, .22, .24, U6046.03, .10, .12 - .15, U6047.01 - .03, .05
- .07, .09, .10, U6051.19, U7160.01-13, U7161.01-.06, .09; U7162.01, .03, .05, .07,
.08; U7165.01-04, .06, .07, U7162.01; U7163.04, 08, 0.09; U7164.15, 17, 18.
Describe how to plan work safely, identify electrical hazards, identify other hazards
outside of the electrical environment, removing of trees, rigging principals and how
to manage fire and dangerous goods.
Learning Outcomes and Contents:
S0247.2.1 Plan all work operations safely, in compliance with provincial and
municipal legislation and regulations.
Interpret job documents

Plans and specifications
Work orders
Scope of work
Equipment required
Personnel required
Materials required
Worksite hazards
Traffic hazards
Other requirements
Cycle clearance requirements
Determine required personal protective equipment
Head protection
Eye protection
Hearing protection
Foot protection
Face protection
Hand protection
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Chainsaw protection
Fall protection/work positioning systems
Determine job site limits
Property lines
Safe limits of approach
Overhead utilities
Buried utilities
Identify job sequences, hazards and required barriers to hazards
Job / task sequence
Identified hazards
Identify barriers
Identify tools/equipment required
Identify appropriate job communications
Identify when to reevaluate hazards and barriers
S0247.2.2 Describe methods of eliminating or controlling electrical hazards.
Electrical Theory
Ohms Law
Relationships between:
Resistance
Voltage
Current
Work performed and tools used
Utility Hazards
Generation process
Generation voltage to transmission voltage
Transmission voltage to distribution voltage
Second point of contact
Backfeed
Touch potential ground gradients
Step potential ground gradients
Barriers to Electrical Energy
Electrical Utility Safety Rule Book
Application of appropriate safe limits of approach
Application of appropriate job planning
Establishing clear communication between workers
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S0247.2.3 Describe how to manage all other potential hazards on the work
site, including hazards in trees; overhead, on or under the ground; and
hazards to the public.
Darkness
Wind
Thunder & lightning
Ice
Tree hazards
Deadwood
Spring poles
Barber chair
Chicot
Widow maker
Free-standing tree
Wind-thrown trees
Storm damage
Falling debris
Wildlife
Severed limbs
Adjacent trees
Ground hazards
Debris
Unstable ground
Slippery ground
Trip hazards
Deep snow
Natural gas markers
Water line markers
Communication lines
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Poisons Plants
Poison Ivy
Poison Oak
Poison Sumac
London Plane Tree
Poison Parsley
S0247.2.4 Describe typical tree removal processes using directional felling

techniques without rigging equipment.
Identifying tree to be removed

Determine removal method based on tree condition and site condition
Establish communications techniques with fellow workers
Factors affecting removal method
Crown condition
Stem condition
Root condition
Lean
Living/dead
Central leader/multi-stemmed
Structural defects
Site conditions
Job requirements
Potential hazards
Conductor location
Felling Zone preparation
Tree condition dead, living, diseased
Property considerations
Personnel location
Traffic control
Potential targets and hazards removed
Danger Zone preparation
Escape route developed
Personnel out of Zone
Height of tree
Inspect worksite
Hangers removed
Tree felling
Balanced tree
Felling cuts
Conventional notch
Humboldt notch and back cut
Boring and back cut
Side notching
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Modifying the hinge to adjust direction of fall

Felling levers
Wedges
Gas Powered Tools
Chainsaw
Clearing saw
Blower
Inspect worksite
Hangers removed
Rigging equipment removed
S0247.2.5 Describe methods of handling/disposing of debris generated on the job

site.
Equipment required
Setup
Pre-operational inspection
Starting/stopping
Use
Bucking and limbing
Progression of operation
Top to butt/butt to top
Non-tensioned/tensioned
Compression/tension wood
Potential for rolling
Limb by limb technique
Sweep technique
Spring poles
Handle/dispose of debris
Piling brush for chipping
Lifting/carrying brush and large wood
Loading brush and large wood on vehicles
Chipping brush
Disposal/recycling
Site clean-up
Lower stumps
Clean-up site of small debris
Use of chainsaws on the work site
Determine chainsaw selection
CSA standard
Job size
Size of wood to be cut
Bar length
Power to weight ratio
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Pre-operational inspection/maintenance
Chassis
Anti-vibration mounts
Bar
Chain - tension and sharp
Chain catcher
Sprocket
Chain brake operation inertia and mechanical
Provision for repair
Fluid levels
Spark arrestors
Throttle lock-out
Engine operation
Handle and carry
Chain brake on when moving saw from tree to tree
Engine off when moving to new location
Bar towards rear
Two person saw to be carried by two people
No running
Operation
Starting/stopping chainsaw
On ground
Leg lock
Secure/prepare work area
Working position
Escape routes
Ongoing inspection and maintenance
Refueling/lubricants
Chain sharpening/replacement
S0247.2.6 Identify appropriate communication skills to deal effectively with

customers and in the workplace.
Tailboard safety discussion

Write effectively
Read effectively
Job specifications
Sentence, paragraph structure
Definition of terms
Content divisions
Work orders
Requirements
Component tasks
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Safety considerations
Packing slips and bills of lading
Company memos and manuals
Government publications
Manufacturers documentation
Listen effectively
Hearing
Interpreting directions
Customer questions
Main ideas components
S0247.2.7 Describe inspecting, adjusting, maintaining and wearing required

personal protective equipment.
Eye protection
CSA and/or ANSI approved
Goggles
Prescription safety glasses
Non-prescription safety glasses
Flash
Head protection
Hard hats Class E type
Face protection
Face shield
Hearing protection
Ear muffs
Ear plugs
Disposable foam plugs
Hand protection
Work gloves
Chainsaw gloves
Foot protection
Electrical resistive
Leg protection
Chainsaw pants
Chaps
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S0247.2.8 Describe the selection, use of, and inspection of hand tools and tree
maintenance equipment according to manufacturers
recommendations.
Hand Tools
Chisels
Mallets
Axes
Sledge Hammers
Shovels/Spades
Picks
Rakes
Brooms
Ladders
Knives
Pole Pruners
Pole Saws
Compressors
Extension Cords
Maintenance And Adjustment Tools
Drills
Augers And Bits
Brush Saws
Handsaw
Rigging ropes
Friction saver
Slings
Whoopie
Nylon web
Rope
Throw pouch
Sling shot
Loppers
Secateurs
Friction devices
Friction savers / cambium savers
Connectors
Carabiners
Clevis
Felling levers
Wedges
Rigging blocks
Wire rope
Synthetic rope
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Tackle blocks
Multi-sheave block
Rope pullers
Gas Powered Tools
Chainsaw
S0247.2.9 Identify subject woody plant(s) on site.
Adjacent features
Written description
Flagging/marking subject trees
Morphological characteristics
Growth characteristics
Plant names
S0247.2.10 Describe proper use of knots and hitches.
Rope terminology
Bight
Loop
Turn
Round turn
Working end, lead and fall
Running end, lead and fall
Standing part, lead and fall
Lead
Fall
Splice
Bridge
Bar
Tail
Rigging Knots (18 knots)
Square or Reef
Single bowline
Double bowline
Figure 8 on a bight
Running bowline
Bowline on a bight
Figure 8 stopper knot
Single sheet bend
Double sheet bend
Clove hitch and two half hitches
Half hitch
Clove hitch (end)
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Clove hitch (middle)

Snubbing hitch
Stirrup hitch
Cow hitch
Double Fisherman
Triple Fisherman
Fall Protection Knots (13)
Tautline hitch Figure 8 Stopper Knot
Blakes hitch
Klemheist
Prusik (6 coil)
Swabbish
Gripping hitch
Cow hitch (Girth Hitch)
Beckett bend Figure 8 Stopper Knot
Triple fisherman
Double fisherman
Anchor hitch
Bowline Figure 8 Stopper Knot
Figure 8 on a bight
Splices on three strand rope only (2)
Eye splice
Crown splice
S0247.2.11 Describe the types and purposes of typical pruning processes and
the tools and equipment required.
Considerations required for pruning operations.

Customer consideration
Species characteristics
Tree condition
Identify pruning cut location on tree
Collar
Branch bark ridge
Pruning cuts
Drop cut
Hinge cut
Snap/bypass cut
Jump cut
Stub cut
Thinning cuts
Heading cuts
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Pruning methods
Crown thinning
Side pruning
Dead wooding
Crown cleaning
Crown raising
Crown reduction
Pollarding
Crown restoration
Overhang pruning
Directional pruning
Mechanical tools and equipment
Chipper
Hand Tools
Handsaw
Rigging ropes
Friction saver
Slings
Whoopie
Nylon web
Rope
Throw pouch
Sling shot
Loppers
Secateurs
Friction devices
Connectors
Carabiners
Clevis
Felling levers
Wedges
Rigging blocks
Wire rope
Synthetic rope
Tackle blocks
Multi-sheave block
Rope pullers
Gas Powered Tools
Chainsaw
Blower
Tool disinfection as required
Raise, secure and lower tools and equipment
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Ropes
Lanyards
Connecting devices
Conductor location
Raise/lower limbs using ropes
Control limbs using hinge cuts
Use of ropes and knots
Control of cut sections
Inspect worksite
Hangers removed
S0247.2.12 Describe typical tree removal processes using rigging equipment.
Method and tools/equipment selection

Plant characteristics/condition
Living/Dead
Central Leader/Multi-Stemmed
Structural Defects
Site Conditions
Job Requirements
Potential Hazards
Fall zone preparation
Danger zone preparation
Escape route
Tree felling
Tree condition
Balanced tree
Unbalanced/leaning tree
Tree with splits or cavities
Hung up trees
Felling cuts
Conventional Notch
V Notch And Back Cut
Humboldt Notch And Back Cut
Felling Assist Devices
Wedges
Levers
Pull Ropes
Tackle Blocks
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S0247.2.13 Describe selecting, inspecting and maintenance procedures for fall

protection system components.
Climbing rope
Climbing harness
Work positioning lanyard
Connecting links:
Captive eye
Carabiner
Slings
Redirect climbing line
Basket hitch attachment
Girth hitch attachment
Pulleys for redirect
Friction saver
Eye to eye Prusik
Split tail
Mechanical fall arrester
S0247.2.14 Describe various methods for ascending and descending trees to

access required work position.
Techniques used to ascend/descend trees

Use of ladder
Use of spurs
Belay technique
Secured body thrust on belay
Secured body thrust with climbing hitch
Secured footlock
Split tail
Pre- climb tree inspection
Root zone hazards
Rots
Decay
Fruiting bodies
Conks
Grade changes
Root crown excavation to determine root structure
condition
Crown zone hazards
Hangers
Dead wood
Animals
Dieback
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Abnormal growth
Missing sections of tree
Limbs in proximity
Included bark
Splits, cracks
Stem zone hazards
Structural defects
Rots
Decay
Fruiting bodies
Conks
Included bark
Splits, cracks
Grade changes
Coring/sounding of wood to determine stem condition
Work to be completed
Select anchor points
Interim anchor point
Type of load applied
Direction of loading from stem of tree
Other loads on the limb (foliage, snow, torque, etc.)
Tree species and characteristics
Cross sectional area of limb
Condition of wood
Angle of branch attachment
Size of branch relative to stem
Characteristics of branch union
Season and temperature
Location of limb to electrical conductor, worker can not
swing into electrical conductors
Final anchor point
Condition of wood
Location for work and electrical conductor, worker can
not swing into electrical conductor
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Equipment set up
Ladder positioning
Installation of climbing line
Rope poking tool
Pole pruner
Throw line
Tie, dress, set knots for fall protection
Work positioning
Termination knots
Closed climbing system
Open climbing systems
Reposition climbing line
Utilize fall protection
Double tie ins
Access to work location
Primary anchor
Double tie-ins, work positioning lanyard, when using
sharp tools that could cut climbing line
Repositioning climbing rope to another anchor point
Re-directs
Limb walking
Secure self at work location
Double tie ins
S0247.2.15 Describe aerial tree rescue.
Assess the Emergency

Observation of the scene
Electrical Conductors/Contact
Struck by limbs, tree sections, lightning
Is victim pinned
Medical conditions (bug/animal bites, heat exhaustion,
etc)
Try to communicate with the victim
Verbally
Assess the victims condition
Is victim able to descend by him/her self
Is victim unconscious
Is victim unresponsive
Is victim bleeding profusely
Determine need for EMS
Determine feasibility/appropriateness of aerial rescue
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Rigging Systems Hazards

Ground Hazards
Rescuers competency in performing aerial rescue
First Aid training
Climbing ability
Availability of appropriate equipment and personnel
Initiate EMS response
Aerial Rescue Tree
Select ascension technique
Ascend tree
Move to victims location
Assess victims condition
Determine course of action
Perform rescue
S0247.2.16 Describe rigging principles and equipment.
Determine shock-loading on ropes and equipment

Newtons laws
Calculating force
Progressive calculations
Safety margin
Heat
Elasticity
Friction
Safety factors
Cycles to failure
Wood densities
Determine mechanical advantage when using block and tackle
equipment
Block and tackle methodology/principles
Calculations of forces
Anchor points
Pulleys
Lines
Rigging equipment materials, safe working load limits, tensile
strength, inspection for:
s Ropes
Carabiners
Slings
Pulleys
Arborist blocks
Friction devices
Figure-8
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Mechanical lowering devices

Quick links and shackles
Block and tackle
Evaluation Methods:
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Number: S0248
Title: Arborist Practices I
Prerequisite: NA
Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.02 - .11, .13, .14, U6041.01 - .07, .09 -
.11, U6042.01 - .03, .05, .06, .08, .09, .12 - .15, U6043.02, .05 - .11, U6044.04 - .07,
U6045.01 - .07, .10 - .24, U6046.03 - .16, U6047.04 - .09, .11, U6048.01 - .14,
U6049.01 - .10, U6050.01 - .09, U 6051.11, .19, U7160.01-.13, U7161.01-.11;
U7162.01-09; U7163.01,.02, .10-.12; U7164.01-.11, .13, .14, .16, .17, .19, .20, .22-
24; U7165.01-.08; U7169.01-.13; U7170.01-.09; U7171.01-.09; U7172.01-.14
Demonstrate a knowledge of how to plan work safely, utilizing safe work practices,
pruning and removing of trees in proximity of electrical conductors, ascending,
descending and performing an aerial rescue, inspect, adjust and maintain personal
protective equipment and fall protection equipment utilized in the Utility Arboricultural
trade and managing fire, waste and dangerous goods.
S0248.3.1 Demonstrate inspecting, adjusting, maintaining and wearing required

Eye protection
Goggles
Prescription safety glasses
Non-prescription safety glasses
Head protection
Hard hats
Face protection
Face shield
Hearing protection
Ear muffs
Ear plugs
Disposable foam plugs
Hand protection
Work gloves
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Chainsaw gloves
Foot protection
Work boots
Leg protection
Chainsaw pants
Chaps
S0248.3.2 Demonstrate methods of handling and disposing of debris generated

on the job site.
Bucking and limbing

Top to butt/butt to top
Sweep technique
Spring poles
Chipping brush
Disposal/recycling
Site clean-up
Lower stumps
Clean-up site of small debris
Use of chainsaws on the work site
Equipment required
Setup
Pre-operational inspection
Starting/stopping
Use
Chassis
Bar
Chain - tension and sharp
Chain catcher
Sprocket
Chain brake operation inertia and mechanical
Provision for repair
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Fluid levels
Spark arrestors
Throttle lock-out
Engine operation
Handle and carry
Chain brake on when moving saw from tree to tree
Engine off when moving to new location
Bar towards rear
Two person saw to be carried by two people
No running
Operation
On ground
Leg lock
Working position
Escape routes
Chain sharpening/replacement
S0248.3.3 Demonstrate removing woody plants using directional felling

techniques without rigging equipment.

Determine removal method based on tree condition and site condition
Establish communications techniques with fellow workers
Crown condition
Stem condition
Root condition
Lean
Living/dead
Structural defects
Site conditions
Job requirements
Potential hazards
Conductor location
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Personnel location
Traffic control
Personnel out of Zone
Height of tree
Inspect worksite
Hangers removed
Tree felling
Balanced tree
Felling cuts
Conventional notch
Boring and back cut
Side notching
Felling levers
Wedges
Gas Powered Tools
Chainsaw
Clearing saw
Blower
Inspect worksite
Hangers removed
S0248.3.4 Demonstrate effective communications skills with customers and

workers.
Tailboard safety discussion

Write effectively
Read effectively
Job specifications
Sentence, paragraph structure
Definition of terms
Content divisions
Work orders
Requirements
Component tasks
Safety considerations
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Packing slips and bills of lading

Company memos and manuals
Government publications
Manufacturers documentation
Listen effectively
Hearing
Interpreting directions
Customer questions
Main ideas components
S0248.3.5 Demonstrate the knowledge of fire suppression techniques.
Fire extinguisher use

Use of backpack pumps
Determine correct fire extinguisher needs
S0248.3.6 Demonstrate the knowledge of proper methods to handle, store and

dispose of hazardous materials.
Spill clean-up
Application of WHMIS
Personal Protective Equipment requirements
S0248.3.7 Demonstrate the selection, use of, and inspection of hand tools and
tree maintenance equipment according to manufacturers
recommendations.
Hand Tools
Handsaw
Rigging ropes
Friction saver
Slings
Whoopie
Nylon web
Rope
Throw pouch
Sling shot
Loppers
Secateurs
Friction devices
Connectors
Carabiners
Clevis
Felling levers
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Wedges
Rigging blocks
Wire rope
Synthetic rope
Tackle blocks
Multi-sheave block
Rope pullers
Gas Powered Tools
Chainsaw
S0248.3.8 Demonstrate selecting, inspecting, adjusting and maintaining fall

protection system components.
Climbing rope
Climbing harness
Connecting links:
Captive eye
Carabiner
Slings - redirect climbing line
Basket hitch attachment
Girth hitch attachment
Pulleys for redirect
Friction saver
Eye to eye Prusik
Split tail
Mechanical fall arrester
S0248.3.9 Demonstrate various methods of ascending and descending trees to


Use of ladder
Use of spurs
Belay technique
Secured footlock
Split tail
Pre- climb tree inspection
Root zone hazards
Rots
Decay
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Fruiting bodies
Conks
Grade changes
Root crown excavation to determine root structure condition
Crown zone hazards
Stem zone hazards
Hangers
Dead wood
Animals
Dieback
Abnormal growth
Missing sections of tree
Limbs in proximity
Included bark
Splits, cracks
Structural defects
Rots
Decay
Fruiting bodies
Conks
Included bark
Splits, cracks
Coring/sounding of wood to determine stem condition
Condition of wood
Location of limb to electrical conductor, worker can not
swing into electrical conductors
Final anchor point
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Condition of wood
Location for work and electrical conductor, worker can
not swing into electrical conductor
Equipment set up
Ladder positioning
Installation of climbing line
Rope poking tool
Pole pruner
Throw line
Tie, dress, set knots for fall protection
Ascending
Work positioning
Termination knots
Closed climbing system
Reposition climbing line
Utilize fall protection
Double tie ins
Access to work location
Primary anchor
Double tie-ins, work position lanyard, when using sharp tools that could
cut climbing line
Repositioning climbing rope to another anchor point
Re-directs
Limb walking
Secure self at work location
Double tie ins
S0248.3.10 Demonstrate aerial tree rescue using appropriate methods.

Is victim pinned
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Medical conditions (bug/animal bites, heat exhaustion, etc)

Verbally

Rigging systems hazards
Ground hazards
First Aid training
Climbing ability
Aerial Rescue Tree
Select ascension technique
Ascend tree
Move to victims location
Assess victims condition
Determine course of action
Perform rescue
Evaluation Methods:
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Number: S0249
Title: Arborist Hand Tools I
Prerequisite: NA
Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.13, U6042.06, U6043.04, .06, .11,

U6044.03, .07, U6045.15, .17, U6046.11, 14, .15, U6047.03, .04, .06, .09, U6049.01
- .10, U7163.12; U7169.01 -13
Demonstrate knowledge of how to select, adjust, maintain and store, tools and
equipment commonly used in the Utility Arboricultural trade.
S0249.4.1 Select, inspect, adjust, maintain, set-up, and store manual and
powered tools and equipment common to arboricultural operations.
Hand Tools
Chisels
Mallets
Axes
Sledge Hammers
Shovels/Spades
Picks
Rakes
Brooms
Ladders
Knives
Pole Pruners
Pole Saws
Compressors
Extension Cords
Maintenance And Adjustment Tools
Drills
Augers And Bits
Brush Saws
Handsaw
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Rigging ropes
Friction saver
Slings
Whoopie
Nylon web
Rope
Throw pouch
Sling shot
Loppers
Secateurs
Friction devices
Connectors
Carabiners
Clevis
Felling levers
Wedges
Rigging blocks
Wire rope
Synthetic rope
Tackle blocks
Multi-sheave block
Rope pullers
Chainsaw
Gas Powered Tools
Select appropriate tool
Pruning methods
Diameter of limb
S0249.4.2 Perform daily maintenance on chainsaws, including filling fuel and

lubricant reservoirs according to manufacturers specifications/
operators manuals.
Cleaning
Air filter
Spark arrestor
Fuel filter
Lubrication
Lubricants
Fueling
Gasoline
2-stroke oils
Containers
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Mixing ratios
Refueling
Manufacturers specifications/ operators manuals
Inspect components
Bar
Sprockets
Chain
Chassis
Chain brake
Service bars
Gullet and de-burr
Chains
Identification
Removal from bar
De-burr drive links
Break/remove/add/re-rivet links
Sharpening
Depth gauge adjustment
Chain installation on bar
Chain tension adjustment
Remove
Clean and lubricate bearing
Replace
Adjust/repair recoil
Seasonal adjustment
Test and adjust chain brake
S0249.4.3 Start and stop chainsaws and test chainsaw performance.
Start chainsaw
Secure chainsaw
Hold firmly when starting
Manufacturers specifications/ operators manuals
Adjust throttle
Bench test
Carburetor adjustment with tachometer
Load test
Hold with two hands
Make test cut
Stopping procedure
Set chain brake
Switch off
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S0249.4.4 Complete routine repairs and adjustments, to clearing saws and their
components according to manufacturers specifications/ operators
manuals.
Inspect components
Sprockets
Blade
Chassis
Sharpening
Set of teeth
Clutch
Remove
Clean and lubricate bearing
Replace
Adjust/repair recoil
Seasonal adjustment
Evaluation Methods:
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Number: S0250
Title: Arborist Equipment I
Prerequisite: NA
Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.12, U6041.04, .07, U6042.06,

U6043.04, .06, .10, U6044.06, .07, U6046.01 - .05, .07 - .11, .16, U6047.07, .08,
U6048.01 - .14, U6050.01 - .09, U7170.0 -.09
Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of brush chippers.
S0250.5.1 Describe types of chippers.
Drum type
Disc type
Mounting configurations
Trailer-mounted
Vehicle-mounted
Track-mounted
S0250.5.2 Describe how to prepare chipper for transportation and operation.
Chipper circle check

Visual defects
Loose, worn, cracked, broken nuts/bolts/pins
Fluid levels and leaks
Tension of belts
Condition of guards and shields
In-feed chute condition
Cutter knife sharpness
Reporting deficiencies
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Legislated requirements
Towing requirements
Manufacturers instructions
Hitching chipper to tow vehicle
Pintle or ball hitch
Pin hitch
Inspection of hitching mechanism including tongue
Safety chains attached in crossed (cradled) arrangement
and safety hooks facing upward
Brake inspection and hook-up
Signal/tail light connection and test
Chipper jack positioning for travel
Extendable tongue positioning and securing
Tire/rim condition
Discharge chute positioning for travel
Removal and stowing of wheel chocks
S0250.5.3 Describe how to set up chipper for use on site.
Legislated requirements, e.g. Ministry of Transport Book 7
Set up procedure
Site selection
Level, stable ground
Work site limits and security
Efficiency / safety for worker
Secure chipper
Discharge chute orientation and control
Monitor work site changes
Pre-operational checks prior to start-up
Pre-operational checks after start-up
Start-up procedures
Gauges and warning lights functioning
Safety bar
Roller movement
Chipper stability
Discharge deflection
Clutch engagement and functioning
Engine speed (RPM)
Report deficiencies
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S0250.5.4 Describe how to operate chipper.
Manufacturers operating procedures

Foot protection
Leg protection / coveralls
Hand protection
Head protection
Hearing protection
Eye protection
High visibility clothing
Pedestrian and vehicular control device use
Materials preparation
Brush pile proximity and organization
Item size
Purging of dangerous extraneous materials: metal, stones,
nails, contaminated brush
Feeding procedure
Butt ends first
Order by size
Operator positioning
Controlling chipper feed
Proximity to feed rollers
Monitoring discharge
Use of pusher pieces of wood
Eliminate chute and in-feed blockages
Normal shutdown procedures
Emergency shutdown procedures
S0250.5.5 Describe basic chipper maintenance.
Inspect as per manufacturers instructions

Inspect guards
Check fluids
Check directional control arm if equipped
Describe how to change cutter knives
Describe how to cycle blade bolts
Describe how to rotate anvil
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S0250.5.6 Demonstrate how to prepare chipper for transportation and operation.
Chipper circle check

Visual defects
Tension of belts
In-feed chute condition
Cutter knife sharpness
Report deficiencies
Towing requirements
Hitch chipper to tow vehicle
Pintle or ball hitch
Pin hitch
Brake inspection and hook-up
Signal/tail light connection and test
Tire/rim condition
Chipper jack positioning for travel
Discharge chute positioning for travel
Removal and stowing of wheel chocks
S0250.5.7 Demonstrate how to set up chipper for use on site.
Legislated requirements, e.g. Ministry of Transport Book 7
Set up procedure
Site selection
Level, stable ground
Efficiency / safety for worker
Secure chipper
Discharge chute orientation and control
Monitor work site changes
Pre-operational checks prior to start-up
Pre-operational checks after start-up
Start-up procedures
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Safety bar
Roller movement
Chipper stability
Discharge deflection
Engine speed (RPM)
Report deficiencies
S0250.5.8 Demonstrate how to operate chipper.

Select and adjust personal protective equipment
Foot protection
Leg protection / coveralls
Hand protection
Head protection
Hearing protection
Eye protection
High visibility clothing
Materials preparation
Pile brush and material in appropriate location for chipper
operation.
Cut material to appropriate size
Purge brush pile of dangerous extraneous materials:
metal, stones, nails, contaminated brush
Demonstrate brush feeding procedure
Butt ends first
Order by size
Operator positioning
Lift brush onto feed rollers
Control chipper feed
Proximity to feed rollers
Monitor discharge
Use of pusher pieces of wood
Eliminate in-feed and chute blockages
Demonstrate normal shutdown procedure
Demonstrate emergency shutdown procedure
Evaluation Methods:
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Number: S0251
Title: Arboricultural Sciences I
Prerequisite: NA
Cross-reference to training standard: U6041.02, .03, U6044.01, .02, U6045.07 - .09,

U6047.10, U6051.05, .08, .18, U7167.01-.04, .06-.12, .14.
Demonstrate a knowledge of how to identify various woody plants, growth factors of

woody plants, compartmentalization of woody plants, diseases and disorders of
trees that could be harmful to the integrity of the electrical system, evaluate the
condition of anchor points in trees used for fall protection, evaluation of work
operations within environmentally sensitive areas.
S0251.6.1 Identify and describe the structure, functions and interrelationship of

the main organs of plants.
Leaves
Vascular system
Branch structure
Roots
Flowers
Fruits
Seeds
The plant as a system
Interrelationship of plant parts
S0251.6.2 Describe plant growth and all affecting factors, including environmental
conditions, soil, plant competition etc.
Temperature
Air temperature
Soil temperature
Water availability
Space above and below ground level
Wind
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Light availability
Pollution
Air-borne
Soil-borne
Topography
Slope/aspect
Soil types and textures
Drainage
Aeration/porosity
Water retention
Soil structure
Soil volume
Soil depth
Surface area
Soil nutrients
Micro
Macro
Soil PH
S0251.6.3 Describe the process of compartmentalization of decay in trees.

Creation of the walls 1-4
Protection of branch tissue through proper pruning
S0251.6.4 Identify the physical condition and soundness of interim and final
anchor points based on tree size, condition and species.

Loading from stem of tree
Tree species
Condition of wood
Season/ambient temperature
Final anchor point
Tree species
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Condition of wood
Evaluation Methods:
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Number: S0252
Title: Arborist Tree Identification I
Duration: 33Total Hours
Prerequisite: NA
Cross-reference to training standard: U6042.03, U6043.01, U6044.01, U6047.01,

U6051.12, U7162.03; U7163.01; U7165.01; U7166.01
Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of tree genera, species and cultivars by

identifying 45 plants commonly found in Ontario.
S0252.7.1 Identify 45 common woody plants in all seasons according to species

and morphological characteristics using the International System of
Plant Nomenclature.
Plant groups
Herbaceous/woody
Deciduous/evergreen
Conifers / broadleaf
Native/exotic
Invasive
Plant nomenclature
Family
Genus
Species / hybrid
Variety/cultivar
Common name
Identification characteristics for each plant
Leaves
Flowers/fruit
Buds
Bark
Growth habit and form
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Characteristics as they relate to utility arboriculture and

arboriculture
Brittleness of wood
Growth rate
S0252.7.2 Tree List
CONIFERS EVERGREEN AND DECIDUOUS

Common Name Botanical Name Characteristics
1. Balsam Fir Abies balsamea Pinaceae
2. White Fir Abies concolor Pinaceae
3. Nootka False Cypress Chamaecyparis Cupressaceae
nootkatensis
4. Eastern Red Cedar Juniperus virginiana Cupressaceae
5. European Tamarack Larix decidua Pinaceae
6. Native Tamarack Larix laricina Pinaceae
7. Dawn Redwood Metasequoia Cupressaceae
glyptostroboides
8. Norway Spruce Picea abies Pinaceae
9. White Spruce Picea glauca Pinaceae
10. Black Spruce Picea mariana Pinaceae
11. Serbian Spruce Picea omorika Pinaceae
12. Colorado Spruce Picea pungens Pinaceae
13. Jack Pine Pinus banksiana Pinaceae
14. Mugo Pine Pinus mugo Pinaceae
15. Austrian Pine Pinus nigra Pinaceae
16. Red Pine Pinus resinosa Pinaceae
17. Eastern White Pine Pinus strobus Pinaceae
18. Scots Pine Pinus sylvestris Pinaceae
19. Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii Pinaceae
20. Yew Taxus sp. Taxaceae
21. Eastern White Cedar Thuja occidentalis Cupressaceae
22. Eastern Hemlock Tsuga canadensis Pinaceae
DECIDUOUS OPPOSITE ARRANGEMENT
Common Name Botanical Name Family
1. Amur Maple Acer ginnala Aceraceae
2. Manitoba Maple Acer negundo Aceraceae
3. Japanese Maple Acer palmatum Aceraceae
4. Striped Maple Acer pensylvanicum Aceraceae
5. Norway Maple Acer platanoides Aceraceae
6. Sycamore Maple Acer pseudoplatanus Aceraceae
7. Red Maple Acer rubrum Aceraceae
8. Silver Maple Acer saccharinum Aceraceae
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CONIFERS EVERGREEN AND DECIDUOUS

Common Name Botanical Name Characteristics
9. Sugar Maple Acer saccharum Aceraceae
10. Mountain Maple Acer spicatum Aceraceae
11. Common Horsechestnut Aesculus hippocastanum Hippocastanaceae
12. Northern Catalpa Catalpa speciosa Bignoniaceae
13. White Ash Fraxinus americana Oleaceae
14. European Ash Fraxinus excelsior Oleaceae
15. Black Ash Fraxinus nigra Oleaceae
16. Green Ash Fraxinus pennsylvanica Oleaceae
17. Amur Cork Tree Phellodendron amurense Rutaceae
18. Ivory Silk Tree Lilac Syringa reticulata 'Ivory Silk' Oleaceae
19. Common lilac Syringa vulgaris Oleaceae
DECIDUOUS ALTERNATE ARRANGEMENT
1 American Beech Fagus grandifolia Fagaceae
2 European Beech Fagus sylvatica Fagaceae
3 White Oak Quercus alba Fagaceae
4 Bur Oak Quercus macrocarpa Fagaceae
5 Pin Oak Quercus palustris Fagaceae
6 Pyramidal English Oak Quercus robur "Fastigiata" Fagaceae
7 Red Oak Quercus rubra Fagaceae
8 Bitternut hickory Carya cordiformis Juglandaceae
9 Shagbark Hickory Carya ovata Juglandaceae
10 Butternut Juglans cinerea Juglandaceae
11 Black Walnut Juglans nigra Juglandaceae
Evaluation Methods:
On going written and practical testing.
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Level 2 Arborist

S0401 Arborist Theory II 24 24 0
S0402 Arborist Practices II 156 156
S0403 Plant Health Care Pest 48 48 0

Management
S0404 Arboricultural Sciences II 30 30
0
S0405 Arborist Tree Identification II 36 36 0
S0406 Arborist Crane Assisted Rigging 30 24 6
S0407 Arborist Equipment II 24 8 16
S0408 Arborist Calculations 12 12 0
Total 360 186 174
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Number: S0401
Title: Arborist Theory II
Duration: 24 Total
Theory: 24 Hours Practical: 0 hours
Prerequisites: Level 1
Cross-reference to training standard: U7161.01-.11, U7162.01; U7166.01-12;

U7167.06, 07, 09,14,17; U7168.01, 11
Demonstrate a thorough, working knowledge of safe work site requirements; tree

wound/defect corrective measure selection; woody plant selection and installation;
and spraying, fertilizing and pneumatic equipment selection, inspection, adjustment,
maintenance, set up and use.
S0401.8.1 Identify, select and describe corrective measures for wounds and
defects in woody plants.
Identify types wounds and defects

Mechanical wounds to root, trunk and branches
Visible girdling roots
Sunscald
Frost cracks
Seams
Cavities
Weak scaffold structure
Severity assessment
Treatment of wounds and defects
Method selection
Severity
Bark tracing
Girdling root removal
Sunscald treatment
Rigid bracing installation
Flexible bracing installation
Cavity treatment
Root pruning on construction site
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Monitoring success of treatment
S0401.8.2 Select woody plant materials for installation.
Select nursery stock

Quantity
Size
Species
Health
Structure
Site conditions
Cultural requirements
Transplant methodology
Transplant shock
Initial maintenance requirements
S0401.8.3 Describe techniques for transplanting woody plant materials.
Inspect nursery stock

Selection in the field
Inspection prior to planting
Digging woody plants for transplanting
Bare root
Balled and burlapped
Tree spading
Containerized
Transporting woody plants
Handling
Loading
Protecting
Interim storage
Preparing planting sites
Planting location
Planting medium preparation
Correcting compaction
Correcting nutrient deficiencies
Drainage provision
Excavation
Pit configuration
Woody plant installation
Root and crown pruning
Placement, orientation and leveling
Planting depth
Anchoring
Backfilling
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Removal of burlap, basket wire, containers, labels, seals

and ribbons.
Mulching
Watering
Site clean-up
Follow-up inspection, maintenance and monitoring
Pruning
Anchor removal
Trunk guard removal
Mulching
Watering
Nutrients
Plant health
Evaluation Methods:
On going written testing
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Number: S0402
Title: Arborist Practices II
Prerequisite: Level 1
Cross-reference to training standard: U7160.01-.13; U7161.01-.11, U7162.01, - .09,

U7163.01-.12, U7164.01-.24, U7165.05,
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Demonstrate a thorough, working knowledge of arboricultural safety equipment,

manual and powered tools, including chainsaws, and work site operations and
safety, including ascending to and descending from work positions in trees, standard
and specialty tree removal techniques, and tree wound/defect correction.
S0402.9.1 Work in a safe manner on site
Worksite hazard management update (review Unit S0247.2.2; 2.3)

Worksite security update (review Unit S0247.2.3)
Chainsaw safety (review Unit S049.4.3)
Ascent and descent trees (review Unit S0247.2.14)
Rope terminology (review unit S0247.2.10)
Knots (review unit S0247. 2.10)
S0402 .9.2 Ascent and descent tree with climbers (spurs)
Pre-climbing preparation
Spurring with fall restrict tool
Spurring on belay
Spurring with double lanyard
S0402 .9.3 Select, inspect, adjust, maintain, set-up, use and store manual and
powered tools and equipment common to arboricultural operations.
Manual/power tools and equipment update (review of Unit SO249.4.1)

Selection
Inspection
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Adjustment
Maintenance
Use
Storage
Rigging equipment (review Unit S0247.2.16)
Selection
Inspection
Adjustment
Maintenance
Operate
Storage
Perform required pruning operation (review Unit S0247.2.11 not
including Pruning methods) using chainsaw aloft
Chainsaw selection
Job size
Bar length
Operation
Working position
Escape routes
Cuts and notches
Climbing procedures
Pruning cuts
S0402.9.4 Remove trees using felling techniques.
Method and tools/equipment selection

Living/dead
Structural defects
Site conditions
Job requirements
Potential hazards
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Escape Route
Tree felling
Tree condition
Balanced tree
Unbalanced/leaning tree
Tree with splits or cavities
Hung up trees
Felling cuts
Conventional notch
V notch and back cut
Boring and back cut
Side notching
Felling assist devices
Wedges
Levers
Pull ropes
Tackle blocks
Free fall
Conventional drop rigging
Rigging using lowering devices
Knots
Zeppelin bend
Timber hitch
Cow hitch
Alpine butterfly
S0402 .9.5 Remove and prune trees using rigging techniques.
Review rigging calculations method and tools/equipment selection

Living/dead
Structural defects
Site conditions
Job requirements
Potential hazards
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Sectional removals
Free fall
S0402.9.6 Handle/dispose of debris
Bucking and climbing

Top to bottom/bottom to top
Sweep technique
Chipping brush
Disposal/recycling
Site clean-up
S0402.4.9.7 Describe the various tree climbing systems
Types of cabling systems
Dynamic versus static

Steel versus cobra
Components of climbing systems
Lags
Thimbles
7 stand 50 gauge cable
Threaded rod
Mon eye nuts
Lock washers and nuts
Installation Procedures
Steel with J lag
Steel with threaded rod
Cobra system
Evaluation Methods:
Ongoing practical/performance testing, supplemented with written
testing, as appropriate.
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Number: S0403
Title: Arborist Plant Health Care - Pest Management
Prerequisite: NA
Cross-reference to training standard: U7167.01 -.03, 05, 06, .13-16. U7166.01- 03,
U7167.01-03, 05, 06, 14-16
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Demonstrate a working knowledge of the care and treatment of woody plant insects,
mites, diseases and disorders using Integrated Pest Management systems.
S0403.10.1 Identify insect and mite pests of woody plants
History of pest control in arboriculture

Pest management systems
Integrated pest management
Plant health care
Components of the new systems
Diagnosis of plant problem
Diagnostic techniques
Thought process for correct diagnosis
Diagnostic agencies
Sampling of soil and woody plant tissue
Assessment of tree
Systematic inspection techniques
Determination of normal and abnormal growth for species
Assessment of site conditions
Soil
Ph
Texture/structure
Oxygen availability
Water availability
Space available
Light availability
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Environmental conditions
Temperature extremes/hardiness zones
Human activities - past and present
Cultural practices
Identification of primary and secondary stresses
Identification of signs and symptoms
Arboricultural reference material available
Insects
Signs and symptoms of each main group
Defoliators
Whole leaf and skeletonizers
Sawflies
Eastern tent caterpillar
Elm leaf beetle
Fall webworm
Forest tent caterpillar
Leaf miners
Birch leaf miner
Cedar leaf miner
Elm leaf miner
Sap suckers
Aphids
Scales
Spider mites
Wood borers
Asian long horned beetle
Bronze birch borer
Emerald ash borer
Gall makers
Cooley spruce gall Adelgid
Eastern spruce gall
Beneficial insects
Lady beetles
Parasitic wasps
Amount of damage that can be done by each insect group
Identification features
Life cycle
Timing pest management
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S0403.10.2 Discuss and describe control measures.
Life cycle information

Action threshold information
Identification of weak link (best time to treat)
Use of phonology to time control methods
Range of control strategies
Education
Prevention of damage
Redesigning the landscape
Elimination of problem trees
Resistant species
Cultural
Fertilization
Mulching
Watering
Aeration
Sanitation
Mechanical/physical
Biological
Insects
Biological (continued)
Pathogens e.g. Bacillus thuringiensis varieties
Chemical
Horticultural oil
Insecticidal soap
Sulphur
Botanical
Pheromones
Determination of best control method
Government legislation
Safety of pesticides
Ld 50 rating of active ingredients and products
Applicator's exposure to pesticide
Effects of pesticide on humans
Symptoms
Antidotes
Safety of non-target organisms
Possibility of environmental contamination
Client preference
Type of woody plant
Integrating treatments for maximum effectiveness at minimum cost
Monitoring success of treatment
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S0403.10.3 Identify diseases and disorders of woody plants
Diseases
Pathogens that cause disease - fungus, bacteria, virus
Disease cycle
Pathogen requirements
Host environments
Environmental condition requirements
Leaf diseases
Deciduous -e.g. Apple scab
Coniferous -e.g. Needle cast
Signs and symptoms
Potential damage caused
Branch and stem diseases -e.g. cytospora canker
Signs and symptoms
Root diseases -e.g. armilleria root rot
Signs and symptoms
Vascular diseases -e.g. Dutch Elm Disease
Signs and symptoms
Disorders
Moisture problems
Insufficient moisture
Excessive moisture
Signs of disorder
Nutrient deficiencies
Soil testing
Foliar testing
Signs of disorder
Animal damage
Signs of disorder
Human activities
Construction damage
Signs of disorder
Pollution
Soil, salt
Air
Signs of disorder
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Pesticide damage
Desiccation
Signs of disorder
Potential damage caused Signs of disorder
Poor planting practices
Planting too low/high
Girdling ropes and ties
Girdling roots
Improper pruning
Signs of disorder
S0403.10.4 Describe and discuss control measures
Life cycle information

Action threshold information
Identification of weak link (best time to treat)
Use of phenology to time control methods
Range of control strategies available
Education
Prevention of damage
Redesigning the landscape
Elimination of problem trees
Resistant species
Cultural
Fertilizers
Mulches
Watering
Aeration
Sanitation
Mechanical/physical
Biological
Pathogens
Chemical
Sulphur
Determination of best control method
Government legislation
Safety of pesticides
LD 50 Rating of active ingredients and products
Applicators exposure to pesticide
Safety of non-target organisms
Possibility of environmental contamination
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Client preference
Type of woody plant
Integrating treatments for maximum effectiveness at minimum cost
Monitoring success of treatments
Evaluation Methods:
Written assignments and ongoing written testing
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Number: S0404
Title: Arboricultural Science II
Prerequisite: NA
Cross reference to training standard: U7167.01, 03, 05, 06, 13,16; U7166.01, 03,
U7167.01; 03, 05, 06, 14-16
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Demonstrate a working knowledge of plant growth and development, including the

impact of sudden and long-term environmental change and soil quality on plant
growth. Demonstrate a working knowledge of soils as a medium for plant growth,
including testing and prescribing treatment for chemical deficiencies.
S0404.11.1 Describe the physical qualities of soil that impact on plant growth
Soil types and textures

Drainage
Aeration/porosity
Water retention
Soil compaction
Soil volume
Soil depth
Surface area
S0404.11.2 Prescribe methods of modifying the physical qualities of soil to

improve plant growth.
Compaction
Aeration
Drainage
Temperature
Moisture retention
Nutrients
Minimum volume of soil
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Fertilizer
Humus
S0404.11.3 Determine chemical quality of soil for plant growing purposes
Soil nutrients
Micro
Macro
Soil reaction
Ph
Cation Exchange Capacity (C.E.C)
Electrical Conductivity (E.C.)
Soil sampling
Soil probe
Sampling locations
Soil/plant tissue testing
Soil test kits
Laboratory testing
Test results
Interpretation
S0404.11.4 Prescribe methods of treating chemical deficiencies in soil
Fertilizing
Ph adjustment
Mycorrhizal inoculation
Evaluation Methods:
Ongoing written testing and assignments.
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Number: S0405
Title: Arborist Tree Identification II
Cross reference to training standard: U7162.03; U7163.01; U7165.01; U7166.01

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identifying 50 additional plants commonly found in Ontario.
S0405.12.1 Identify an additional 50 common woody plants according to species

Plant Nomenclature.
Review unit S0246.1.7
Plant groups
Herbaceous/woody
Deciduous/evergreen
Needled/broad-leaved conifers
Native/exotic
Invasive
Plant nomenclature for each plant
Family
Genus
Species
Variety/cultivar
Common name
Identification characteristics for each plant
Leaves/needles
Flowers/seeds
Buds
Bark
Growth habit and form
Cultural requirements for each plant
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Moisture
Light
Hardiness
Soil
Pruning
S0405.12.2 Tree list

1 Japanese Angelica Tree Aralia elata Areliaceae
2 Staghorn Sumac Rhus typhina Amacardiaceae
3 European Alder Alnus glutinosa Betulaceae
4 Yellow Birch Betula alleghaniensis Betulaceae
5 River birch Betula nigra Betulaceae
6 White Birch Betula papyrifera Betulaceae
7 European White Birch Betula pendula Betulaceae
8 Hornbeam, Blue Beech Carpinus caroliniana Betulaceae
9 Turkish Hazel Corylus colurna Betulaceae
10 Hophornbeam, Ironwood Ostrya virginiana Betulaceae
11 Honey Locust Gleditsia triacanthos Caesalpiniaceae
12 Kentucky Coffee Tree Gymnocladus dioicus Caesalpiniaceae
13 Pagoda Dogwood Cornus alternifolia Cornaceae
14 Russian Olive Elaeagnus angustifolia Elaeagnaceae
15 Black Locust Robinia pseudoacacia Fabaceae
16 Ginkgo, Maidenhair Tree Ginkgo biloba Ginkgoaceae
17 American Sweetgum Liquidamber styraciflua Hammamelidaceae
18 Eastern Redbud Cercis canadensis Leguminoceae
19 Tuliptree, Yellow Poplar Liriodendron tulipifera Magnoliaceae
20 White Mulberry Morus alba Moraceae
21 Red Mulberry Morus rubra Moraceae
22 London Plane Tree Platanus X acerifolia Platanaceae
23 Sycamore Plantanus occidentalis Platanaceae
24 European Buckthorn Rhamnus cathartica Rhamnaceae
25 Downy Serviceberry Amelanchier arborea Rosaceae
26 Hawthorn Crataegus sp. Rosaceae
27 Apple, crabapple Malus sp. Rosaceae
28 Pin Cherry Prunus pensylvanica Roseceae
29 Black Cherry Prunus serotina Rosaceae
30 Choke Cherry Prunus virginiana Rosaceae
31 Pyrus calleryana
'Chanticleer' Chanticleer pear Rosaceae
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32 American Mountain Ash Sorbus americana Rosaceae

33 European Mountain Ash Sorbus aucuparia Rosaceae
34 White Poplar Populus alba Salicaceae
35 Balsam Poplar Populus balsamifera Salicaceae
36 Carolina Poplar Populus x canadensis Salicaceae
37 Largetooth Aspen Populus grandidentata
38 Lombardy Poplar Populus nigra "Italica" Salicaceae
39 Trembling Aspen Populus tremuloides Salicaceae
40 Weeping Willow Salix alba Tristis Salicaceae
41 Crack Willow Salix fragilis Salicaceae
42 Black Willow Salix nigra Salicaceae
43 Tree of Heaven Ailanthus altissima Simaroubaceae
44 American Basswood Tilia americana Tiliaceae
44 Littleleaf Linden Tilia cordata Tiliaceae
45 Common Hackberry Celtis occidentalis Ulmaceae
46 American Elm Ulmus americana Ulmaceae
47 Scots Elm Ulmus glabra Ulmaceae
48 English Elm Ulmus procera Ulmaceae
49 Siberian Elm Ulmus pumila Ulmaceae
50 Slippery Elm Ulmus rubra Ulmaceae
Evaluation Methods:
Ongoing written testing and assignments
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Number: S0406
Title: Arborist Crane Assisted Rigging
Cross reference to training standard:

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General Learning Outcome:
Demonstrate knowledge of crane-assisted safe work site rigging operations

including calculating load weights and distribution, determining balance point,
assessing and determining choker locations, ascending to and descending from
work points and performing tree and limb removal with rigging devices.
Learning outcomes and contents:
S0406.13.1 Describe how to plan and set up work sites
Interpret worksite documentation

Worksite specifications
Crane specifications and load weights, i.e. Load capacity
charts, green log charts
Working radius/ landing zone location
Hook height
Load path, i.e. Route from lift to landing
Work orders
Scope of work
Personnel required/ job responsibilities
Worksite hazards
Equipment required
Butt rope
Tag line
Slings
Rigging devices
Ground protection mats
Property lines
Structures i.e. Buildings, fences
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Overhead utilities i.e. electrical, communications
Buried utilities i.e. Water, gas, electrical, communications
Underground structures i.e. Septic systems, cisterns,
wells, gravesites,
Establish work sequence
Methodologies required
Identify hazards / plan barriers
Site conditions
Tools/equipment selected
Restricted visibility, i.e. Glare, fog, darkness
Wind
Thunder & lightning
Tree hazards
Deadwood
Wood under tension
Wind-thrown trees
Wildlife, i.e. stinging insects, raccoons
Ground hazards
Debris
Unstable ground
Slippery ground
Slopes/uneven ground/embankments
Structures, i.e. Bridges, culverts, foundations, retaining
walls
Trip hazards
Deep snow
Wood characteristics
Tension wood
Compression wood
Seasonal fluctuations
Wood strength
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S0406.13.2 Describe methods to establish and maintain worksite communication
Communication Methods (No response shall be made to unclear

signals)
Verbal communication clear command equals clear
response
Direct communication
2 way radios / cell phones
Specific hand signals with crane operator:
Raise load
Lower load
Raise boom
Lower boom
Stop
Dog it
Go
Back up
Straight
To the right
To the left
Emergency stop
All clear
Shut down power
Traffic control signals
Written communication, i.e. Job plan
Designated signal person
Establish a hoist line pretension signal
S0406.13.3 Describe how to perform tree and limb removals with hoisting
devices
Establish barriers according to job plan and regulations

Safe limits of approach for electrical utilities
Dedicated observer / signal person
Blind lifts
Proximity to electrical conductors
Controlling public access
Traffic controls including road closure permits
Controlling load path access
Assist the crane operator to set up crane according to job plan
Collaborate with the crane operator to determine the weight, balance
points and sequence of lifts
Calculate load weights and distribution
Allowances for seasonal variations such as seed / fruit
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foliage and sap content

Environmental factors such as wind, rain, snow and ice
Using green log weight charts
Side loading of cranes
Considering wood characteristics
Communicate job plan to all personnel
Select rigging equipment
Types of sling, i.e. Synthetic fibre, wire rope, chain
Configuration, i.e. Eye to eye, endless loop, spreaders,
Length and diameter
Hardware i.e. Clevis, spreader
Inspect rigging equipment for
Rating tags, attached and legible
Excessive wear and damage i.e. Abrasion, crushing,
bends, bird caging, kinks
Ascend tree
Assess selected attachment point(s)
Structural integrity, i.e. loose bark, decay
Connect to attachment point(s)
Orientation of sling(s) on load
Signal to pretension hoist line to estimated weight of load
Inspect rigging system
Verify connections are secure
Positioning of boom relative to load
Reposition to cutting location
Remove any branches interfering with cutting operation
Install guide lines or butt lines if required
Assess cutting position for inadvertent load movement
Communicate with crane operator the intent to begin the cutting
operation
Perform cutting operation
Simple straight cut
Traditional cuts
Prepare the load to transfer to landing area
Remove butt line if installed
Direct usage of guidelines if required
Signal crane operator to land load
S0406.13.4 Describe maintenance and storage of rigging equipment
Maintain rigging equipment as per manufacturers instructions

Cleaning
Lubricating / oiling
Repairing as required
Drying as required
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Storage as per manufacturers instructions

Coiling, wrapping, hanging
Out of direct sunlight
Out of corrosive atmosphere
Protected from nicks or abrasions
Away from destructive substances
Evaluation Methods:
Ongoing written testing and assignments
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Number: S0407
Title: Arborist Equipment 2
Duration: 24 Hours
Theory: 8 Hours Practical: 16 Hours
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GENERAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of stumpers and aerial devices.
S0407.14.1 Describe types of stumpers
Self propelled
Trailer mounted
S0407.14.2 Describe how to prepare stumper for transport
Stumper circle check

Visual defects
Tension of belts
Cutter teeth sharpness
Towing requirements
Loading and securing non-trailered stumper for transport
Hitching stumper to tow vehicle
Pintle or Ball Hitch
Pin hitch
Brake inspection and hookup
Signal tail light connection and test
Tire/rim condition
Stumper jack positioning for travel
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Cutter wheel positioning and locking

Removal and stowing of wheel blocks
S0407.14.3 Describe how to setup stumper for use on site.
Underground utility locations
Setup procedure
Site selection
Level ground
Stable ground
Securing stumper
Grinding wheel orientation and control
Monitoring work site changes
Stumper work positioning
Stable ground
Stump site preparation
Unhitching from tow vehicle
Locking pin removal
Safety curtains and operator shield
Movable control panel setup
Monitoring work site changes
Preoperational checks prior to start-up
Stumper circle check
Visual defects
Loose, worn, cracked broken nuts/bolts/pins
Tension of belts
Teeth sharpness, angle and condition
Grinder wheel condition
Operational inspection
Start up procedures
Position of cutter wheel to stump
Engine speed
Chain oil function
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S0407.14.4 Describe how to operate stumpers

Footwear
Coveralls
Gloves
Headgear
Eye protection
Ear protection
Stump/site preparation
Chain oil activation
Initial grinder wheel location
First cut light
Progressive wheel lowering
Desired depth of cut
Significance of wood type
Re-positioning for second cut, if necessary
Normal shut-down procedures
Emergency shut down procedures
Post operational clean-up
S0407.14.5 Describe preparation for using aerial device
Types of aerial device

Truck mounted
Self propelled
Pre-operational checks
Vehicle circle check
Check tire pressures
PTO check
Aerial device circle check
Bucket inspection
Hand line
Dielectric test certificate
Electrical integrity of boom
Holding valve check
Safety interlock check
Control valve checks
Hydraulic system check
Leaks
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Loose fittings
Hydraulic oil level
Breather cap
Fall protection systems check
Bucket escape equipment check
Bucket rescue equipment check
Outriggers and pads inspection
Aerial device setup
Traffic control devices
Vehicular
Pedestrian
Flag person
Vehicle warning light
Site selection
Surface slope/terrain
Overhead obstructions
Removal/stowing of covers
Stabilizing vehicle
Vehicle parking brake
Wheel chocks
Engaging PTO
Setting outriggers/equipment holders
Approved footwear
Eye protection
Hand protection
Safety helmet
Fall protection systems
Body harness
Shock-absorbing lanyard
S0407.14.6 Describe the use of aerial device for arboricultural operations
Loading tools, equipment and materials into bucket

Job requirements
Hydraulic tool attachment
Emergency equipment
Coordination with ground crew
Aerial device operation
Legislative requirements
Mounting/dismounting bucket using 3 points of contact
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Ground person responsibilities

Engaging PTO
Upper/lower controls
Raise bucket
Rotate boom
Lower bucket
Work positioning
Electrical awareness
Tree pruning from bucket
Tree sectional removal from bucket
Tree maintenance from bucket
Transferring between bucket and tree
Fall arrest system
Monitoring aerial device condition
Emergency hydraulic shut off
Hydraulic failure
Engine failure
Aerial device movement with operator in bucket
Short distances
Speed and direction of movement
Operator and bucket security
Boom positioning
Surface conditions
Disengaged PTO
Aerial device transport
Securing aerial device for transport
Stowing and securing boom
Retracting outriggers
Disengage PTO
Debris removal
S0407.14.7 Describe aerial device escape and rescue procedures
Source of problem
Investigation/diagnosis of cause
Control/correction/alleviation
Condition of operator
Calling for assistance
Escape from a disabled aerial device
Operator functional
Proximity of energized conductors
Use of emergency pump
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Use of lower controls

Transferring from a disabled aerial device into a second
aerial device
Transferring from a disabled aerial device into a tree
Use of lifeline
Rescue of a disable operator
Lower control use
Positioning of bucket to flat surface
Tipping bucket
Using a rescue rig
Removing disabled worker
Emergency first aid
S0407.14.8 Describe aerial device preventative maintenance
Evaluation methods:
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Number: S0408
Title: Arborist Calculations
Theory: 12 Hours Practical: 0 Hours
Prerequisite: NA
Cross-reference to training standard:

U7162.01; U7163.04, 08, .09; U7164.15, 17, 18
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GENERAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of mathematics typically necessary in the

industry.
S0408.15.1 Determine quantities of materials required based on linear, area and

volume calculations, in both systems of measurement.
Systems of measurement
System International (metric)
Foot Pound Second and Imperial
Conversions
Dimensions of measurement
Linear / Area measures
Volume / Mass measures
Quantity determination
Appropriate units of measure
Shrinkage and expansion factors
S0408.15.2 Determine rigging equipment
Ropes
Construction
Materials
Safe working load limits
Tensile strength
Inspection
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Carabiners
Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
Slings
Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
Pulleys
Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
Arborist blocks
Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
Port-a-wrap
Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
Figure 8
Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
Mechanical lowering devices
Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
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Quick links and shackles

Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
Block and tackle
Construction
Materials
Tensile strength
Inspection
S0408.15.3 Determine shock loading on ropes and equipment
Newtons law
Calculating force
Progressive calculations
Safety margin
Heat
Elasticity
Friction
Safety factors
Cycles to failure
Wood densities
S0408.15.4 Determine mechanical advantage when using block and tackle

equipment.
Block and tackle methodology/principles

Calculations of forces
Anchor points
Pulleys
Lines
Evaluation methods:
Written testing
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Level 2 Utility Arborist

Utility Arborist Workplace Safety II 18 18
Utility Arborist Theory II 36 36
Utility Arborist Practices II Tree Climbing 144 144
Utility Arborist Practice II Aerial Device 24 24
Utility Arborist Equipment II Brush Chipper 12 6 6
and Aerial Device
Utility Arboricultural Sciences II 15 9 6
Utility Arborist Hand Tools II 6 6
Utility Arborist Tree Identification II 33 33
Utility Arborist Transmission Line Clearing II 12 6 6
Total 300 108 192
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Number: S0259
Title: Utility Arborist Workplace Safety II
Prerequisite: Arborist Workplace Health and Safety I
Cross-Reference to training standard: U6040.01 - .14, U6041.01 - .11, U6042.02,

.04, .07, .09, .11, .13 - .16, U6043.05, U6044.05, U6045.01, .02, .11, .12, .20, .23,
.24, U6046.02, .03, .05 - .07, .10, .14 - .16, U6047.05, .06, .09, .11, U6048.01, .10,
.11, .14, U6050.01, .02, .08, U6051.07 - .10
Demonstrate a working knowledge of pertinent safety and related legislation as they

apply to Utility Arboricultural safe workplace practices; and deal with potentially
dangerous on-site conditions, emergencies, hazards and materials.
S0259.16.1 Describe the requirements of federal, provincial and municipal

legislation and regulations governing all aspects of the Utility
Arboricultural industry.
Review Unit: S0246.1.1
Electrical Utility Safety Rules

Sections related to Line Clearing 100-118, 122-124, 127-130, 134-135,
143, 145, 147
EUSR Supplemental Rules
Construction Regulation 213

Aerial devices 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 149
Highway Traffic Act

License requirements 32
Inspection of vehicle 82, 84,
Circle checks Maintenance Logs 107
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Trip log 190

Dimension limits 108, 109, 110, 111,
Weight Limits 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127
Off road vehicles on highways 191.8
CVOR 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
Pesticide Act
Prohibition to exterminations 5, 7
Off Road Vehicle Act

Distribution circuit identification - tree barrier conductor,
underground conductor found overhead
Service wire identification - triplex, open bus
Crossarms / pole top
Neutral identification
Electrical System Configuration
Loop feeds
Radial feeds
Communications conductors overhead
Television conductors overhead
Underground utilities - natural gas markers,
communication - pedestals
Switches
Insulators
Transformers
Lightening arresters
Pole anchors
Guy wires
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S0259.16.3 Identify all other potential hazards on the work site, including
hazards in trees; overhead, on or under the ground; hazards to the
public.
Tree hazards
Wind-thrown trees
Storm damage
Transmission circuit identification
Underground hardware identification pad mounted
transformers, pole markers
Restricted conductors
Defective poles
Reclosures
Capacitors
S0259.16.5 Identify and describe how to handle, store and dispose of hazardous
materials, commonly found in the work place.
Materials
Pesticides
Handling and disposal
Storage
Notification to governing bodies e.g. fire department
pesticides storage
Evaluation Methods:
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Number: S0260
Title: Utility Arborist Theory II
Prerequisite: Arborist Theory I
Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.14, U6041.01 - .07, .10, U6042.01 - .03,

.06, .07, .09, U6043.01 - .04, .08 - .10, .12, U6044.01 - .03, U6045.01, .02, .05, .06,
.08, .09, .13 - .15, .18, .19, 21, .22, .24, U6046.03, .10, .12 - .15, U6047.01 - .03, .05
- .07, .09, .10, U6051.19
Describe how to plan work safely, identify electrical hazards, identify other hazards
outside of the electrical environment, use of various knots and hitches in the Utility
Arboricultural trade, pruning and removing of trees in proximity of electrical
conductors, ascending, descending and performing an aerial rescue, rigging
principals and how to manage fire and dangerous goods .
S0260.17.1 Plan all work operations safely, in compliance with provincial and
municipal legislation and regulations.

Rubber Gloves
Flame resistant clothing
Overhead utilities
Buried utilities
S0260.17. 2 Describe inspecting, adjusting, maintaining and wearing required

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Rubber gloves
CSA approved
Voltage class
Pre-use inspection
Air test
Expiry date
Leather covers
Flame Resistant clothing
Correct fit
Repair
Cleaning
Appropriate ASTM standard
S0260.17.3 Describe methods of eliminating or controlling electrical hazards.
Barriers to Electrical Energy

Application of Utility Work Protection Code
Use of hold offs for equipment protection
Use of cover up
Use of insulated aerial device
S0262.17.4 Describe how to manage all other potential hazards on the work site,
including hazards in trees; overhead, on or under the ground; and
hazards to the public.

Hydraulic tools
S0260.17.5 Describe proper use of knots and hitches.
Rigging Knots ( 9 knots)

Bowline tied away
Jacked Bowline
Slippery bowline
Stilson hitch
Timber hitch
Marline hitch
Machard Tresse
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Slippery knot
Quick hitch
S0260.17.6 Describe the types and purposes of typical pruning processes and
the tools and equipment required.
Considerations required for pruning operations.

Clearance cycles
Cycle length
Voltage
Proximity
Tree condition
Skirts
Overhang
Hydraulic tools
Pruner
Saw
Circular saw
Chainsaw
Chainsaw use aloft
Secured to climber
Start in branch union, chain brake on
Climber secured with secondary fall protection system
e.g. work positioning lanyard
Smooth controlled cuts
Chainsaw shut off between climbers movements
S0260.17.7 Describe typical tree removal processes.
Felling Trees in proximity to energized apparatus

Conductor location
Pole hardware e.g. guys, primary conductors, service
conductors
Use of guide rope
Perpendicular felling
Skirt hazards
Parallel felling
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Ropes
Tackle blocks
Mechanical assists
Sectionalizing tree
S0260.17.8 Describe aerial device rescue and escape methods.

Is victim pinned
Medical conditions (bug/animal bites, heat exhaustion,
etc)
Verbally
Rigging systems hazards
Ground hazards
First Aid training
Climbing ability
Aerial Device Rescue
Transfer from a disabled aerial device into a tree
Use of lifeline and controlled descent device
Apply Emergency First Aid
Aerial device Escape
Use of rescuing devices
S0260.17.9 Describe methods to prune and remove trees using an aerial device in
proximity to energized electrical apparatus.
Review Units: S0247.2.6; 2.7; 2.11
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Inspect, adjust and wear fall protection equipment according to

manufacturers recommendations
Load tools, equipment and materials into bucket
Access aerial device bucket and secure fall protection system
according to manufacturers instructions
Operate aerial device controls while accessing desired work location
Monitoring limits of approach
Monitoring boom position, over roadways, near adjacent
trees, poles, electrical conductors
Position bucket in optimum positions to reduce body
strains while performing work
Operate tools aloft
Hand Tools
Handsaw
Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Pole pruner
Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Pole saw
Rigging ropes
Friction saver
Slings
Whoopie
Nylon web
Rope
Loppers
Secateurs
Friction devices
Connectors
Carabiners
Clevis
Felling levers
Wedges
Rigging blocks
Wire rope
Synthetic rope
Tackle blocks
Multi-sheave block
Rope pullers
Gas Powered Tools
Chainsaw
Hydraulic tools
Pruner
Saw
Circular saw
Chainsaw
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Sectional removals from aerial device
Conductor location
Directional free fall away from energized conductor
Conventional rigging, guide ropes, pull ropes
Control movement of cut limbs and trunk sections from aerial device
Conductor location
Raise/lower limbs using ropes and mechanical
advantage
Cut limbs so they will not span conductors
Lower cut limbs using friction devices
Top tree using ropes and rigging equipment
Creating false crotch
Secure aerial device for travel according to manufacturers instructions

Aerial device rescue using appropriate methods
Aerial device evacuation using appropriate methods
S0260.17.10 Describe methods of herbicide application
Identify differing conditions of right of way in order to select application

method.
Species
Brush densities
Terrain
Soil type
Application methods
Broadcast
Stump treatment
Basal treatment
Soil sterilant
Stem foliar
S0260.17.11 Identify appropriate communication skills to deal effectively with

customers and in the workplace.
Speak effectively
Give directions or responses
Clear enunciation
Accurate and concise speech
Coherence of message
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Use of proper language for listener

Monitor resultant response or action
Solve problems on job

Function as part of a team
Develop personal and work related goals
Work in a responsible manner
Solve problems occurring on the job
Function as part of a team/crew
Develop personal and work-related goals
Work in a responsible manner
Evaluation Methods:
Written testing
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Number: S0261
Title: Utility Arborist Practices II Tree Climbing
Prerequisite: Arborist Practices I
Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.02 - .11, .13, .14, U6041.01 - .07, .09 -
.11, U6042.01 - .03, .05, .06, .08, .09, .12 - .15, U6043.02, .05 - .11, U6044.04 - .07,
U6045.01 - .07, .10 - .24, U6046.03 - .16, U6047.04 - .09, .11, U6048.01 - .14,
U6049.01 - .10, U6050.01 - .09, U 6051.11, .19
Demonstrate a knowledge of how to plan work safely, utilizing safe work practices,
pruning and removing of trees in proximity of electrical conductors, ascending,
descending and performing an aerial rescue, inspect, adjust and maintain personal
protective equipment and fall protection equipment utilized in the Utility Arboricultural
trade and managing fire, waste and dangerous goods.
S0261.18.1 Demonstrate compliance with provincial acts, regulations and

municipal bylaws through appropriate job planning.

Plans and specifications
Work orders
Scope of work
Equipment required
Personnel required
Materials required
Worksite hazards
Traffic hazards
Other requirements
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Head protection
Eye protection
Hearing protection
Foot protection
Face protection
Hand protection
Chainsaw protection
Property lines
Safe limits of approach to electrical conductors
Overhead utilities
Buried utilities
Identify job sequences, hazards and required barriers to hazards
Job / task sequence
Identified hazards
Identify barriers
Identify tools/equipment required
Identify appropriate job communications
Identify when to reevaluate hazards and barriers
Cycle clearance requirements
Flame resistant clothing
S0261.18.2 Demonstrate safe work practices when working within proximity to

energized electrical apparatus.
Environmental hazards identified

Darkness
Wind
Thunder & lightning
Tree hazards controlled
Deadwood
Spring poles
Barber chair
Chicot
Widow maker
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Free-standing tree
Falling debris
Wildlife
Severed limbs
Adjacent trees
Ground hazards identified
Debris
Unstable ground
Slippery ground
Trip hazards
Deep snow
Underground hardware identified
Natural gas markers
Water line markers
Communication lines
Poisonous plants identified and controlled
Poison Ivy
Poison Oak
Poison Sumac
London Plane Tree
Poison Parsley
Application of Electrical Utility Safety Rule Book
Application of appropriate safe limits of approach
Application of appropriate job planning
Use of hold offs for equipment protection
Use of cover up
Isolation/de-energization of circuits
Establishing clear communication between workers

Maintaining distances between workers and equipment

Use of rubber gloves
Use of live line tools
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Tree hazards
Wind-thrown trees
Storm damage
S0261.18.3 Demonstrate inspecting, adjusting, maintaining and wearing required

Review Unit: 2.7
Fall Protection
Full Body Harness
CSA or Equivalent approved
Cuts, buckles operational
Shock Absorbing Lanyard
CSA or Equivalent
Cuts, snaps working
Rubber gloves
Voltage class
Pre-use inspection
Air test
Expiry date
Leather covers
Flame Resistant clothing
Correct fit
Repair
Cleaning
S0261.18.4 Demonstrate pruning woody plants in proximity to energized

electrical apparatus.
Considering required pruning operations.

Clearance cycles
Cycle length
Voltage
Proximity
Tree condition
Skirts
Overhang
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Identify pruning cut location on tree

Collar
Branch bark ridge
Pruning cuts
Drop cut
Hinge cut
Snap/bypass cut
Jump cut
Stub cut
Thinning cuts
Heading cuts
Pruning methods
Crown thinning
Side pruning
Dead wooding
Crown cleaning
Crown raising
Crown reduction
Pollarding
Crown restoration
Overhang pruning
Directional pruning
Raise/lower limbs using ropes only no mechanical advantage
Lower cut limbs using friction devices, wraps around
tree
Creating false crotch for rigging
Control of cut sections
Control cut sections without rigging systems
Free falling to ground
Manual manipulation e.g. hinging, cut and throwing limbs
Assess weight and controllability of limb
Species consideration, breakage, weight
Use appropriate knots
Inspect worksite
Hangers removed
Chainsaw use aloft
Secured to climber
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Start in branch union, chain brake on

Climber secured with secondary fall protection
system e.g. - work positioning lanyard
Smooth controlled cuts
Chainsaw shut off between climbers movements
S0261.18.5 Demonstrate removing woody plants in proximity to energized

electrical apparatus.

Determine removal method
Crown condition
Stem condition
Root condition
Lean
Living/dead
Structural defects
Site conditions
Job requirements
Potential hazards
Conductor location
Lodged trees
Personnel location
Traffic control
Personnel out of Zones
Height of tree
Use ropes and knots as required
Felling cuts
Conventional notch
Boring and back cut
V notch and back cuts
Side notching
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Felling Trees in proximity to energized apparatus

Conductor location
Pole hardware e.g. guys, primary conductors, service
conductors
Use of guide rope
Perpendicular felling
Skirt hazards
Parallel felling
Tackle blocks
Mechanical assists
Sectional removals
Removal of trees that have fallen during storm conditions
Electrical hazards (isolated and de-energized)
Energy forces (conductor, tree)
Surrounding hazards
Mechanical means of removal
Removal methods from ground
Removal methods from aerial lift
Inspect worksite
Hangers removed
S0261.18.6 Demonstrate the selection, use of, and inspection of hand tools and
tree maintenance equipment according to manufacturers
recommendations.
Review Unit: S0247. 2.4

Hydraulic tools
Pruner
Saw
Circular saw
Chainsaw
S0261.18.7 Demonstrate various methods of ascending and descending trees to

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Use of ladder
Use of spurs
Belay technique
Secured footlock
Split tail
S0261.18.8 Demonstrate controlling underbrush in proximity to transmission and

distribution voltage conductors.
Prepare underbrush felling area

Establish escape route
Limits of approach (distance from conductors)
Eliminate/control hazards
Identify felling area
Fell underbrush using predetermined methods
Directional felling techniques using clearing saw and
chainsaw
Site clean-up
Handle/dispose of underbrush debris
Lifting/carrying brush
Loading brush on vehicle/trailer
Chipping brush
Disposal/recycling
Reduce stump height
Apply herbicide techniques
Simulate stump application using water
Simulate brush application using water
Use clearing saw on worksite

Determine clearing saw selection
Job size
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Chassis
Blade
Provisions for repair
Fluid levels
Throttle lock-out
Engine operation
Operation
Starting/stopping clearing saw
On ground
On operator
Working position
Blade sharpening/replacement
Use of chainsaw
Evaluation Methods:
On-going practical/performance testing, supplemental and written
testing, as appropriate
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Number: S0262
Title: Utility Arborist Practices II Aerial Device
Prerequisite: Arborist Practices I

U6043.04, .06, .10, U6044.06, .07, U6046.01 - .05, .07 - .11, .16, U6047.07, .08,
U6048.01 - .14, U6050.01 - .09
Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of aerial devices used in utility

arboriculture practices.
S0262.19.1 Demonstrate the preparation of an aerial device.

Preparation as per manufacturers instructions
PTO check
Bucket inspection
Holding valve check
Control valves checks
Leaks
Loose fittings
Hydraulic oil level
Breather cap
Fall protection systems inspection
Wheel chocks
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Aerial device set up

Vehicular
Pedestrian
Traffic control person
Vehicle warning lights
Site selection
Surface slope/terrain
Stabilizing vehicle
Axle lockouts
Wheel chocks
Setting outriggers and pads
Engaging PTO
Rescue ropes
Equipment holders (e.g. chainsaw scabbards)
Connect hydraulic tools
Select and use personal protection equipment
Foot protection
Eye protection
Hand protection
Head protection
Full body harness, adjust and fit
Shock-absorbing lanyard, inspect for wear
Attach fall protection system to anchor point
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S0262.19.2 Demonstrate aerial device escape and rescue procedures.
Source of problem
Calling for assistance/EMS
Operator functional
Transfer from a disabled aerial device into a tree
Use of lifeline and controlled descent device
Rescue of a disabled operator
Lower control use
Positioning bucket to flat surface
Tipping bucket
Using a rescue rig
Emergency first aid as required
S0262.19.3 Demonstrate aerial device preventative maintenance.
Lubrication
Cleaning
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S0262.19.4 Demonstrate the use of an aerial device in utility arboricultural.

Job requirements
Emergency equipment
Engaging PTO
Raise bucket
Rotate boom
Lower bucket
Work positioning
Limits of Approach maintained
Transfer between bucket and tree
Fall protection system attached
Monitor aerial device condition
Emergency hydraulic shut-off
Hydraulic failure procedures
Engine failure procedures
Short distances
Operator & bucket security
Boom positioning
Surface conditions
Disengaged PTO
Disengage PTO
Debris removal
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S0262.19.5 Demonstrate pruning and removing trees with aerial device in

proximity to energized electrical apparatus.
Inspect, adjust and wear fall protection equipment according to

manufacturers recommendations
Load tools, equipment and materials into bucket
Access aerial device bucket and secure fall protection system
according to manufacturers instructions
Operate aerial device controls while accessing desired work location
Monitoring limits of approach
Monitoring boom position, over roadways, near adjacent
trees, poles, electrical conductors
Position bucket in optimum positions to reduce body
strains while performing work
Operate tools aloft according to pre-determined methods while
working from bucket
Hand Tools
Handsaw
Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Pole pruner
Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Pole saw
Rigging ropes
Slings
Whoopie
Nylon web
Rope
Connectors
Carabiners
Clevis
Rigging Blocks
Synthetic rope
Tackle blocks
Multi-sheave block
Gas Powered Tools
Chainsaw
Hydraulic Tools
Pruner
Saw
Chainsaw
Circular saw
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Sectional removals from aerial device

Conductor location
Conventional rigging, guide ropes, pull ropes
Control movement of cut limbs and trunk sections from aerial device
Conductor location
Raise/lower limbs using ropes and mechanical
advantage
Lower cut limbs using friction devices
Creating false crotch
Secure aerial device for travel according to manufacturers instructions
Evaluation Methods:
On going written testing and practical evaluation
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Number: S0263
Title: Utility Arborist Equipment II Brush Chippers and Aerial

Devices
Prerequisite: Arborist Equipment I

U6043.04, .06, .10, U6044.06, .07, U6046.01 - .05, .07 - .11, .16, U6047.07, .08,
U6048.01 - .14, U6050.01 - .09
Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of brush chippers and aerial devices

used in utility arboricultural practices.
S0263.20.1 Perform basic chipper maintenance.
Review Units: S0250.5.5 to 5.8
Inspect as per manufacturers instructions

Inspect guards
Check fluids
Check directional control arm if equipped
Demonstrate how to change blades
Demonstrate how to cycle blade bolts
Demonstrate how to rotate anvil
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S0263.20.2 Describe preparation for using aerial device
Types of aerial devices

PTO check
Bucket inspection
Holding valve check
Control valves checks
Leaks
Loose fittings
Hydraulic oil level
Breather cap
Fall protection systems check
Wheel chocks
Aerial device set up
Vehicular
Pedestrian
Traffic control person
Vehicle warning lights
Site selection
Surface slope /terrain
Stabilizing vehicle
Axle lockouts
Wheel chocks
Setting outriggers and pads
Engaging PTO
Rescue ropes
Equipment holders (e.g. chainsaw scabbards)
Connect hydraulic tools
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Personal protection equipment

Foot protection
Eye protection
Hand protection
Head protection
Full body harness
Shock-absorbing lanyard
S0263.20.3 Describe the use of aerial device for utility arboricultural operations.
Job requirements
Emergency equipment
Engaging PTO
Raise bucket
Rotate boom
Lower bucket
Work positioning
Limits of Approach maintained
Tree pruning from bucket
Tree sectional removal from bucket
Tree maintenance from bucket
Transferring between bucket and tree
Fall arrest system
Monitoring aerial device condition
Emergency hydraulic shut-off
Hydraulic failure
Engine failure
Short distances
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Operator & bucket security

Boom positioning
Surface conditions
Disengaged PTO
Disengage PTO
Debris removal
S0263.20.4 Describe aerial device escape and rescue procedures.
Source of problem
Calling for assistance
Operator functional
Transferring from a disable aerial device into a second
aerial device
Transferring from a disabled aerial device into a tree
Use of lifeline and controlled descent device/technique
Rescue of a disabled operator
Lower control use
Positioning bucket to flat surface
Tipping bucket
Using a rescue rig
Emergency medical procedure
S0263.20.5 Describe aerial device preventative maintenance.
Lubrication
Cleaning
Electrical theory testing of aerial device
Preconditioning
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Maximum voltage levels

AC / DC voltages used for testing
Interval testing
CSA / ASTM standards
S0263.20.6 Describe hydraulic theory and basic hydraulic system components.
Hydraulic Theory
Definitions
Force
Pressure
Pascals Law
Law of Conservation of Energy
Liquid as a Force multiplier
Atmospheric pressure
Energy in an Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Safety and Inspection
Hydraulic Components
Hydraulic pump
Hydraulic oil filter
Oil reservoir
Lower control pressure relief valve
Selector valves
Outrigger control valves
Emergency by-pass valve
Upper arm drive cylinders
Holding valves
Directional control valves
Fluid site glass indicator
Emergency lowering devices
Actuators
Pressure gauges
Hydraulic motors
S0263.20.7 Identify Basic Hydraulic components
Hydraulic Components
Hydraulic pump
Hydraulic oil filter
Oil reservoir
Lower control pressure relief valve
Selector valves
Outrigger control valves
Emergency by-pass valve
Upper arm drive cylinders
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Holding valves
Directional control valves
Fluid site glass indicator

Emergency lowering devices
Actuators
Pressure gauges
Hydraulic motors
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Number: S0264
Title: Utility Arboricultural Sciences II
Prerequisite: Arboricultural Sciences I
Cross-reference to training standard: U6041.02, .03, U6044.01, .02, U6045.07 - .09,

U6047.10, U6051.05, .08, .18
Demonstrate a knowledge of how to identify various woody plants, growth factors of

woody plants, compartmentalization of woody plants, diseases and disorders of
trees that could be harmful to the integrity of the electrical system, evaluate the
condition of anchor points in trees used for fall protection, evaluation of work
operations within environmentally sensitive areas.
S0264.21.1 Identify the impact and mode of action of systemic and contact
herbicides on woody and herbaceous plants.
Determination of best control methods

Environmental factors
Efficacy
Application restrictions
Pesticide label
Specificity
Describe application techniques
Stem Foliar
Broadcast Foliar
Basal Bark
Cut stump
Describe off target impacts e.g. Agriculture crops
S0264.21.2 Describe the impact of work operations on environmentally sensitive

locations.
Herbicide application
Soil erosion/compaction
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Species at Risk
Slope/aspect
Water
ANSI sites
S0264.21.3 Identify appropriate pruning methods according to tree health and cycle
clearance.
Characteristics related to pruning technique used

Species cycle clearances
Growth characteristics
Shape tree for aesthetics
Disease prevention
Branch Collar
Branch bark ridge
Branch protection zone
Shoot invigoration
Sucker growth
Coppice growth
Epicormic branching/ watersprout production
Lateral prunes
S0264.21.4 Identify diseases, disorders, wounds and defects of woody plants
Diseases
Pathogens that cause disease - fungus, bacteria, virus
Disease cycle
Pathogen requirements
Host environments
Environmental condition requirements
Structural defects of woody plants
Included bark
Splits/cracks
Leaf diseases
Deciduous
Coniferous
Signs and symptoms
Branch and stem diseases e.g. Cytospora canker, Hypoxylon Canker
Signs and symptoms
Root diseases -e.g. Armilleria root rot
Signs and symptoms
Vascular diseases -e.g. Dutch elm disease
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Signs and symptoms

Disorders
Biotic Disorder
Wood boring insects Heartwood borer, Locust borer
Shoot borer Bronze Birch Borer
Stem borer - Asian Long Horn Beetle,
Emerald Ash Borer, - -
Dutch Elm
Diseases
Cankers, Basidiocarps, Galls (14 examples)
Cytosopora Canker
Hypoxylon Canker
Armilleria Root Rot
Butternut Dieback
Yellow Birch Canker
Ash Die Back
Black Knot Of Cherry
Eutypella Canker
Necteria Canker
Annosum Root and Butt Rot
Pine Gall Rust
White Pine Blister Rust
Wet Wood
Slime Flux
Abiotic Disorder
Carpenter ants
Evidence of frass
Animal damage
Porcupin
Beaver
Sap sucker damage
Wood pecker damage
Human damage
Soil compaction
Change of grade
Over watering
Under watering
Contact with equipment
Off-target pesticide damage
Improper pruning
Environmental
Lightening strikes
Nutrient deficiencies
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Frost cracks
Included bark
Temperature extremes, sun scald
Pollution (air, soil, salt) 2.4.6 Identify the physical
condition and soundness of interim and final anchor
points based on tree size, condition and species.
S0264.21.5 Identify the physical condition and soundness of interim and final
anchor points based on tree size, condition and species.

Tree species
Condition of wood
Final anchor point

Tree species
Condition of wood
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Number: S0265
Title: Utility Arborist Hand Tools II
Prerequisite: Arborist Hand Tools I
Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.13, U6042.06, U6043.04, .06, .11,

U6044.03, .07, U6045.15, .17, U6046.11, .14, .15, U6047.03, .04, .06, .09,
U6049.01 - .10
Demonstrate knowledge of how to select, adjust, maintain and store, tools and
equipment commonly used in the Utility Arboricultural trade.
S0265.22.1 Select, inspect, adjust, maintain, set-up, and store live line tools
according to manufacturers recommendations.
Considering required pruning operations.

Clearance cycles
Cycle length
Voltage
Proximity
Tree condition
Skirts
Overhang
Live Line Tools
Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Pole pruner
Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Pole saw
Pruning methods
Voltage level
Diameter of limb
Inspect
Defects
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Test sticker (legible and current)

Loose components
Leaks
Maintain Sharpen blade
Lubrication
Spot clean
Daily clean
Wipe with drying agent
Storage
Store in appropriate location
S0265.22.2 Select, inspect, adjust, maintain, set-up, and store live line tools
according to manufacturers recommendations.
Live Line Tools

Telescopic measuring stick
Hydraulic pruner
Hydraulic pole saw
Hydraulic circular saw
Hydraulic chainsaw
Electrical testing of live line tools
CSA standard ASTM standard
Preconditioning requirements
AC / DC voltage
Procedural testing
Theory
Pruning methods
Voltage level
Diameter of limb
Inspect
Defects
Test sticker (legible and current)
Loose components
Leaks
Maintain
Adjust stroke
Sharpen blade
Lubrication
Spot clean
Daily clean
Wipe with drying agent
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Storage
Store in appropriate location
Evaluation Methods:
On going written and practical evaluation
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Number: S0266
Title: Utility Arborist Tree Identification II
Prerequisite: Arborist Tree Identification I
Cross-reference to training standard: U6042.03, U6043.01, U6044.01, U6047.01,

U6051.12

identifying 45 plants commonly found in Ontario.
S0266.23.1 Identify 45 common woody plants in all seasons according to species

Plant Nomenclature.
Review Unit: S0252.7.1 (Common core)

1 Japanese Angelica Tree Aralia elata Areliaceae
2 Staghorn Sumac Rhus typhina Amacardiaceae
3 European Alder Alnus glutinosa Betulaceae
4 Yellow Birch Betula alleghaniensis Betulaceae
5 River birch Betula nigra Betulaceae
6 White Birch Betula papyrifera Betulaceae
7 European White Birch Betula pendula Betulaceae
8 Hornbeam, Blue Beech Carpinus caroliniana Betulaceae
9 Turkish Hazel Corylus colurna Betulaceae
10 Hophornbeam, Ironwood Ostrya virginiana Betulaceae
11 Honey Locust Gleditsia triacanthos Caesalpiniaceae
12 Kentucky Coffee Tree Gymnocladus dioicus Caesalpiniaceae
13 Pagoda Dogwood Cornus alternifolia Cornaceae
14 Russian Olive Elaeagnus angustifolia Elaeagnaceae
15 Black Locust Robinia pseudoacacia Fabaceae
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16 Ginkgo, Maidenhair Tree Ginkgo biloba Ginkgoaceae

17 American Sweetgum Liquidamber styraciflua Hammamelidaceae
18 Eastern Redbud Cercis canadensis Leguminoceae
19 Tuliptree, Yellow Poplar Liriodendron tulipifera Magnoliaceae
20 White Mulberry Morus alba Moraceae
21 Red Mulberry Morus rubra Moraceae
22 London Plane Tree Platanus X acerifolia Platanaceae
23 Sycamore Plantanus occidentalis Platanaceae
24 European Buckthorn Rhamnus cathartica Rhamnaceae
25 Downy Serviceberry Amelanchier arborea Rosaceae
26 Hawthorn Crataegus sp. Rosaceae
27 Apple, crabapple Malus sp. Rosaceae
28 Pin Cherry Prunus pensylvanica Roseceae
29 Black Cherry Prunus serotina Rosaceae
30 Choke Cherry Prunus virginiana Rosaceae
31 Pyrus calleryana
'Chanticleer' Chanticleer pear Rosaceae
32 American Mountain Ash Sorbus americana Rosaceae
33 European Mountain Ash Sorbus aucuparia Rosaceae
34 White Poplar Populus alba Salicaceae
35 Balsam Poplar Populus balsamifera Salicaceae
36 Carolina Poplar Populus x canadensis Salicaceae
37 Largetooth Aspen Populus grandidentata
38 Lombardy Poplar Populus nigra "Italica" Salicaceae
39 Trembling Aspen Populus tremuloides Salicaceae
40 Weeping Willow Salix alba Tristis Salicaceae
41 Crack Willow Salix fragilis Salicaceae
42 Black Willow Salix nigra Salicaceae
43 Tree of Heaven Ailanthus altissima Simaroubaceae
44 American Basswood Tilia americana Tiliaceae
44 Littleleaf Linden Tilia cordata Tiliaceae
45 Common Hackberry Celtis occidentalis Ulmaceae
46 American Elm Ulmus americana Ulmaceae
47 Scots Elm Ulmus glabra Ulmaceae
48 English Elm Ulmus procera Ulmaceae
49 Siberian Elm Ulmus pumila Ulmaceae
50 Slippery Elm Ulmus rubra Ulmaceae
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NOTE: The following lists are for utility arborists only
COMPATIBLE PLANTS
1 Speckled Alder Alnus rugosa Betulaceae
2 Dogwood Cornus spp Cornaceae
3 Beaked Hazel Corylus cornuta Betulaceae
4 Leatherwood Dirca palustris Thymelaeaceae
5 Witch-Hazel Hamamelis virginiana Hamamelidaceae
6 Canada Plum Prunus nigra Rosaceae
7 Gooseberries & Currents Ribes spp Saxifragaceae
8 Black Elderberry Sambucus canadensis Caprifoliaceae
9 Red Elderberry Sambucus pubens Caprifoliaceae
10 Maple-leaved Viburnum Viburnum acerifolium Caprifoliaceae
11 Hobble Bush Viburnum alnifolium Caprifoliaceae
12 Nannyberry Viburnum lentago Caprifoliaceae
13 High Bush Cranberry Viburnum trilobum Caprifoliaceae
POISONOUS PLANTS
1. Poison Parsley Carum petroselinum
2. Poison Oak
3. Poison Ivy Toxicodeudron
radicans
4. Poison Sumac Toxicodeudron vernix
Evaluation Methods:
Weekly identification testing and sample collection.
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Number: S0267
Unit title: Utility Arborist Transmission Line Clearing II
Prerequisite: NA

U6051.01 - .19
Describe and demonstrate how to manage vegetation along transmission voltage

corridors and rights of way.
S0267.24.1 Identify Transmission Right of Way properties from drawings, maps

specifications and system diagrams
Identify system information including voltages, structures,

and feeders, using maps, drawings and specifications.
Identify right of way location using maps, drawings,
specifications and system diagrams.
S0267.24.2 Demonstrate capabilities for communicating with other work groups,

controlling authority and emergency contacts.
Identify methods for communication, including cellular

phones, mobile radios, and satellite phones.
Establish requirement for notifying other work groups
operating in the vicinity.
Notify the controlling authority as required.
Identify emergency contacts
S0267.24.3 Demonstrate ability to perform a condition patrol, identify and

maintain Right of Way access points, identify and acquire required
external permits, and comply with environmental regulations.
Perform a condition patrol

Identify hazards to line integrity
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Document information from patrol

Measure width of Right of Way and document alterations
to Right of Way
Visually inspect structures, hardware, bridges, water
crossings, presence of soil erosion, screens and
condition of access roads
Identify Right of Way access points
Assess and identify requirement for external permits.
Describe process for acquiring external permits
Describe methods for complying with environmental
regulations
S0267.24.4 Demonstrate ability to plan work, including selection of required

tools, emergency response plan and required content for daily
tailboard conference.
Plan work
Determine tools and equipment required
Describe limitations of equipment, including off road
vehicles
Create emergency plan
Establish required content for daily tailboard conference
S0267.24.5 Assess vegetation for compatibility within Right of Way and measuring
height of trees and conductors.
Identify compatible vegetation within the Right of Way

Measure height of trees and brush
Use of tree measuring devices e.g. clinometer, laser
range finders and measuring sticks
Measure height of conductor
Use of tree measuring devices e.g. clinometer, laser
range finders
S0267.24.6 Prune and remove incompatible vegetation in proximity of electrical

apparatus, including maintenance of screens and buffers.
Demonstrate live line techniques for use in transmission

line clearing
Determine standing and falling clearances (at maximum
sag position) of dead, danger and live trees, for
transmission line voltages from profile maps and condition
survey data.
Perform maintenance of screens and buffers
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S0267.24.7 Select appropriate vegetation control methods.
Describe use parameters for herbicide application,

cutting and grubbing in the following locations; stations,
buildings, generation facilities and Right of Ways.
Identify restrictions to work use to do potential for soil
erosion, presence of incompatible species, slope/aspect
and presence of water.
S0267.24.8 Demonstrate herbicide application techniques using Integrated Pest

Management principles
Demonstrate broadcast spraying techniques

Demonstrate basal bark application techniques
Demonstrate stump spray techniques
Demonstrate stem foliar techniques
Demonstrate soil sterilization techniques
Evaluation Methods:
On going written testing and practical evaluation
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Apprenticeship

Utility Arborist Level 2

Ontario College of Trades

LEVEL 1 ARBORIST/UTILITY ARBORIST COMMON CORE

LEVEL 2 UTILITY ARBORIST

Ontario College of Trades

The curriculum is organized into 2 levels of training, each including reportable

Each reportable subject and learning outcome identifies a recommended number of

The curriculum is framed by and includes specific references to terminal

Unit of Learning Duration (hours)

S0246 Arborist Workplace Health and Safety I 39 0

S0401 Arborist Theory II 24 0

Level 2 Utility Arborist

S0259 Utility Arborist Workplace Safety II 18 0

Level 1 Arborist/Utility Arborist

Summary of Total Program In-School Training Hours Level 1

Reportable Subjects Total Theory Practical

Title: Arborist Workplace Health and Safety I

Theory: 39 Hours Practical: 0 hours

Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.01 - .14, U6041.01 - .11, U6042.02, .04,

General Learning Objective:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of pertinent safety and related legislation as they

Learning Outcomes and contents:

S0246.1.1 Describe the requirements of federal, provincial and municipal

Occupational Health and Safety Act

Criminal Liability Of Organizations

Construction Regulation 213

Industrial Regulation 851

Electrical Utility Safety Rules

MTO Book 7 Traffic Control

Dangerous Goods Transportation Act

Forest Fire Prevention Act

Highway Traffic Act

Ontario Regional Common Ground Alliance (Best Practices Version 1.0)

Off Road Vehicle Act

Pesticides Act Ontario

S0246.1.2 Identify the hazards of working in an energized environment.

Light standard transformers

S0246.1.4 Identify potential fire hazards in the workplace and describe

S0246.1.5 Identify and describe how to handle, store and dispose of

Title: Arborist Theory I

Duration: 57 Total Hours

Theory: 57 hours Practical: 0 hours

Cross-reference to training standard: U6040.14, U6041.01 - .07, .10, U6042.01 - .03,

General Learning Objective:

Learning Outcomes and Contents:

Interpret job documents

S0247.2.2 Describe methods of eliminating or controlling electrical hazards.

S0247.2.4 Describe typical tree removal processes using directional felling

Identifying tree to be removed

Modifying the hinge to adjust direction of fall

S0247.2.5 Describe methods of handling/disposing of debris generated on the job

S0247.2.6 Identify appropriate communication skills to deal effectively with

Tailboard safety discussion

S0247.2.7 Describe inspecting, adjusting, maintaining and wearing required

S0247.2.9 Identify subject woody plant(s) on site.

S0247.2.10 Describe proper use of knots and hitches.

Clove hitch (middle)