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  1. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Only option is to formally object, if there's sufficient reason, and within 28 days. Otherwise an application to remove, again with suitable reasons...but then sure you were aware of that anyway. Cheers Paul
  2. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Kev, I don't think the species "has to be mentioned", albeit they usually are dependent upon what kind of TPO, i.e. individual = yes I would expect it, group = probably, area / woodland = probably not. I think it probably comes down to how enforceable the order would be in the event of a breach / prosecution. If the tree is clearly identifiable from the other information present I would follow normal protocols, ie. contact the TO. It is disappointing not to be more specific though. Cheers, Paul
  3. AA Teccie (Paul)
    :thumbup1: ...sounds a good option.
  4. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi John, sorry not the "quick-fix" you're looking for but some useful info / guidance here Risks to young people at work n if you have existing generic risk assessments you could add a line in there citing additional / close supervision which is a primary control, after selecting only suitable tasks of course. Cheers, Paul
  5. AA Teccie (Paul)
    The 'old' AA Tech Cert was mapped under the same process at level 3. As the qualification 'landscape' then started to change and become accredited , involving a more rigorous process of management of the qualification and review etc. something the AA couldn't do. The AA Tech Cert went to 'ABC' (the Awarding Body Consortium) but I don't know why, perhaps they already had the level 6 thanks to Mr Dowson. Hence we now have arb quals at levels 2, 4 & 6 to give a progression route, kinda like when it was the old level 2 (RFS Cert Arb), level 3 (AA Tech Cert) and level 4 (RFS Prof Dip.) Hope this makes sense, at least a little Cheers n have a good weekend, Paul
  6. AA Teccie (Paul)
    TBH Ian I think both qualifications were mapped against the NQF at the time somewhat informally, and yes CA was at level 2 and BMCA at level 4. We are currently in discussions with ISA and NARIC, see Stuarts post above, to see if it is viable to more accurately determine the actual level as so many people, myself included, are of the opinion CA should be level 3 (someone posted yesterday its the nature of the exam, multiple choice, that limits the level, which could also be a factor...I don't know!) Cheers, n hope today is a calmer day for you 'up norf', Paul
  7. AA Teccie (Paul)
    But will it make a difference...the 60 million dollar question? Many other clubs, or rather BUSINESS OWNERS, have adopted this approach and to no avail. I'm emotive, as I love what he/they achieved, and he seems a really nice fella, and I think the players have let him down, but it highlights that football is incidental to the decision making process. "The King is dead, long live the King..!"
  8. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Albeit with the primary purpose of illuminating the public highway, but if you wanted to benefit from the street light for your property perhaps some selective crown lifting, i.e. involving removal of lower branches (but ideally not primary ones, those emanating form the main stem / trunk), might be appropriate. The tree has been previously 'topped' and hence the dense regrowth encountered which could be thinned to allow more light to penetrate the crown. Thereafter a 'trim to shape' n jobs'a'gud'un...appen. Timing wise, ideally leave til early summer../but not critical. Cheers, Paul
  9. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Stuart, I understand this is "happening" and it is (junior ) teccie Simon that is leading on it. Will report back further when we have something definite. Cheers, Paul
  10. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hello Ian, I hope you're well. Whilst I don't have "a copy to hand", I'm sure a previous version of our Careers & Quals. leaflets, which included professional qualifications, listed Board Master Certified Arborist at level 4, certainly it was level 3/4. Absolutely agree about them being good quals and very well recognized. Cheers, Paul
  11. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi there, if you intend to make BS5837 surveys, which is actually relatively straight forward, its the AIA / AMS where it gets more complex, part of your range of services then an 'arb' specific qualification + BS5837 training is essential (obviously the forestry qual is a great foundation.) Regards, Paul
  12. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi there, if you intend to make BS5837 surveys, which is actually relatively straight forward, its the AIA / AMS where it gets more complex, then an 'arb' specific qualification + BS5837 training is essential (obviously the forestry qual is a great foundation.) Regards, Paul
  13. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hey Gary, you've clearly got some "very" helpful TOs in your neck-of-the-woods if they'll do that. I think what you're actually referring to is, in effect, a Sect. 211 notice that the TO responds to formally saying not opposed / no objections. In a former (Planning) TO role I got my knuckles rapped for issuing "de minimus" works letters as, effectively, an exemption. It worked a treat but the legislation doesn't allow for it so neither did my departmental manager Cheers, Paul
  14. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Aaah, okay, sorry...get with the program Paul Cheers Adam
  15. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi there, If Treelife can't facilitate your requirements we also do BS5837 courses (not sure how they differ TBH as never done theirs but knowing Treelife it will be good) see Arboricultural Association - Course Detail As others have said the 'PTI' is increasingly becoming the benchmark for tree hazard surveys and hence is generally well-worth having under your belt see Arboricultural Association - Course Detail Cheers, n good luck (n Treelife also offer PTI) Paul PS If neither of the above are convenient to you check out the training diary at Arboricultural Association - Training & Events and/or call Emma, or Tiff, at Head Office on 01242 522152 to perhaps "register an interest."
  16. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Adam, Sorry, I'm not sure if you're asking (me) a question here or making a statement Whilst it makes perfect sense, and cuts down on bureaucracy for both the applicant / contractor and the LPA, I'm just not sure if there's the same opportunity with a Sect. 211 Notice as there is a TPO consent which can be duly conditioned which are then enforceable if anything outside of the scope of the consent occurs. ...or maybe I'm just over-complicating it as is often my way Cheers, Paul
  17. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Also any deemed consent would only be valid for 2 years, ie it would expire before you wanted to work the tree again
  18. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Also any, deemed consent, would only be valid for 2 years
  19. AA Teccie (Paul)
    It's the actual tree stem measured at 1.5m above ground level that counts not the pollard regrowth stems. I can't see a "rolling permission," in effect, being granted in a CA. Think you're gonna have to go through the same process every 5 years, or whatever cycle you work on. Should hopefully be a straight forward process. Good luck, Paul
  20. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Ya'av pinched that from somewhere else :lol:
  21. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Seems to be working 'alreet' now...maybe the threat of being reported Thanks Stubby, Paul
  22. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Is it just me , probably, or is anyone else having problems? Every time I post I have to then login again to get back on the site HEEEEEELLLLLPPPPPP??? Paul
  23. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Chris, I think there's a link embedded in the article I linked in the first post: IMPORTANT: Please make sure you read the Logo release rules and guidelines HERE before downloading and using, failure to adhere to the rules could result in action being taken. The logo must be used in combination with your current Membership Number Simply login to your member account at Arboricultural Association - Home and go to Arboricultural Association - Register Remember to read the logo release rules in detail before using I'm gonna defer to my (far more) learn'ED colleague Stephen here...just in case. Cheers, Paul
  24. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Now yer being facetious
  25. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Good question. I have tried to get it changed.

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