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  1. AA Teccie (Paul)
    "Now yer talking", excellent reduction = ARB Approved (well oaky, for Module 2 sect 2.1) Thanks for posting. Paul
  2. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Mick, the BS3998 deemed "one-size fits all" approach is a start point, remembering the BS is 'general' guidance and recommendations not a specification (unlike other BSs.) It is to be interpreted and applied by the 'arbs' according to any given situation. Any deviance is expected to be justified. This includes taking into account the "species factor", as you say, the age of the tree, its condition / vitality , previous management, situation, exposure etc. etc. So, carry on leaving the branches 1/3rd of the length they previously were (v funny Gary)...when your wrist recovers of course, hopefully v soon, tc. Cheers, Paul
  3. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Which one...of the 3? (BS3998 explicit & implicit) 1. Relating to the diameter of the selected secondary growth point against the parent branch or stem (most commonly applied one) 2. The total cross-sectional area not exceeding 1/3rd of the stem diameter (Table 1), or 3. Maximum proportion of foliage the tree will (okay, may) tolerate in a single hit, i.e. ideally not to exceed such Either, either way, I thinks Mick's subtle reductions missed on al 3 accounts...albeit the customer is always king, or queen, of course (no cynicism meant here as I know that's often the over-riding factor.) Cheers, Paul
  4. AA Teccie (Paul)
    It's obvious, you've just gotta be there Cheers, Paul
  5. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hmmm, not sure our first aid skills extend that far TBH so prob best you stay home with her rather than bring her along, then again tis a perfectly natural thing...."yeah right!" Tc, Paul
  6. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Yeah, sorry about that n, in part, why Stephen's posted so early, ie "heads up." Basically its dictated by Westonbirt's calendar n the fact we're inside the actual arboretum this time....still, there's worse places you could spend yer birthday Thanks for the acknowledgement, much appreciated. ATB, Paul
  7. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Coz you don't have to if you don't want to, you can just browse (the "suppliers") n take advantage of all the other stuff that happens at the show. Tesco sell directly n whilst, arguably, we do too we're not the sole beneficiary, in fact quiet the opposite. Also, AA members do get in free, well okay its a benefit of membership, and everyone who comes in gets the 'added value' benefit of inclusive entry to the arboretum too. In all, I think its good value...perhaps not surprisingly. Cheers, Paul PS Apologies if any of this is incoherent, just back in from curry n a few largers...hic Paul
  8. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Whaw, that sounds a really great show that I absolutely must get to. Thanks Stephen Paul
  9. AA Teccie (Paul)
    :lol: thank you Mr Dempsey, I know I live in a "parallel universe"..
  10. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Sat in TLodge near Edinburgh airport having just delivered a BS3998 workshop today (I'm not really watching IaCGMoOH either...honest.) Point taken, and acknowledged, about being a service industry and giving the customer what they want. The problem with that sometimes is the customer doesn't know any better / any different and they certainly don't know about BS3998 and what it recommends. Hence please don't just resign yourselves to undertaking such works without trying to educate the customer otherwise and, ideally, referring to the document "in person." An honest view, whilst accepting the justifications for the 'heavy' crown reductions posted, and perhaps not surprisingly, most would have to be significantly bett...different for ARB Approved. An idealism perhaps, but one we shouldn't forget. Thanks for reading, Paul
  11. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi all, apologies for the late notice here. If you'd like to join me at this FREE event please look here for further information and booking Arboricultural Association - Course Detail Hoping to meet you there Cheers, Paul
  12. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Excellent, thank you, I do appreciate your efforts :thumbup1: Paul
  13. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Perhaps not surprisingly, I had "twitchiness" viewing the photos Practically how would you have propped/A framed it? I'm familiar with, for instance, ratchet straps being used where stems have split (IRRELEVANT) but cannot envisage "how" you would achieve this? Thanks in anticipation, Paul
  14. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Ben, I believe the 'arrangement' does have to take place in conjunction with a recognized training provider, in effect, e.g. a land-based college, as it is they who approve the funding aspect. See https://www.gov.uk/guidance/trees-and-timber-apprenticeships and perhaps speak to Stuart at Lantra who is probably best placed to advise...along with others who have experience. Good luck, Paul
  15. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Joking apart, it would not surprise me if the car owner claimed not to have noticed the tree..."oh yeahhhhh"
  16. AA Teccie (Paul)
    I guess by parking there they had a shorter distance to walk to their house yeah? Perhaps, in part, begs the question why the tree wasn't dealt with there n then before they the opportunity to park up...no criticism, just a thought out loud. That's one (big) Christmas tree that won't be being dressed this time round...shame. Cheers, Paul
  17. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Photograph it absolutely, but also maybe speak to the TO beforehand (don't really understand why you might lose the work.) Historic damage is easily distinguishable from current work so there shouldn't be a problem. Proceed with caution would be my advice. Cheers, Paul
  18. AA Teccie (Paul)
    The attached may be of help / interest. Paul ais38(rev1).pdf
  19. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi there, Firstly, your PTI doesn't / hasn't lapsed. Unfortunately most of the 'earlier' PTI certificates of training were presented on the same template they used for chainsaw training, which does effectively lapse, and hence this is not applicable. However, there is now a 1 day refresher you may wish to consider. Secondly, if you are putting anything in writing here, hwoever you may word it, then go and get your Prof. Indemnity insurance first. Would you contract without PL...of course not so why not PI too. Thereafter, provided your skilled / competent / knowledgeable = "qualified", in the broadest sense of the word, you can charge an appropriate fee. Good luck, Paul
  20. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Nice one John, thanks for taking the time to post here...and come along to endure me for a day Cheers, Paul
  21. AA Teccie (Paul)
    About 14, which is great...and assuming everyone shows
  22. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Yep, me...so please don't let me down Just heard the weather might be somewhat inclement but hey, we can make it...I hope. Cheers John, Paul
  23. AA Teccie (Paul)
    BUMP Numbers are low, unfortunately, so plenty of scope for more on this FREE event Cheers, Paul
  24. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Yup, I reckon too..."wispy" buds are a n identifying feature of Q, cerris. As a matter of interest, other than for firewood of course, but the timber has little value unlike native Oaks. Cheers, Paul
  25. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Tree crown looks a bit sparse / thin, maybe stressed, maybe early autumn (just remembered Larch is deciduous ) Peoples perception of fear is very real, to them, sometimes n insurance adverts on TV with trees on houses isn't helpful. The damage to the stem base could be old fire damage perhaps. TBH I suggest do nowt, unless by doing a "little bit of summat" it would allay their fears n let them coexist a little more harmoniously. Sorry, Sunday night ramblings, not terribly helpful Paul

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