AA Teccie (Paul)

Hi there, and indeed welcome to the industry and "good luck with everything, but a point of clarification here. Whilst the HCC level 2 course may be recognised, it is not accredited, meaning (I think) it is not registered with a formal awarding body, e.g. ABC Awards or Edexcel (in an academic context), nor is it registered on the QCF (qualifications framework). However as an opportunity for learning and advancing knowledge it's probably fine. I think the course is certificated, so you will have evidence of learning, but it may not be recognised / accepted if, for instance, you wanted to progress to the ABC Awards level4 ARB, or FdSc ARb (level 5,) and they asked for a level 2 qual as a min. pre-requisite. Speak to TreeLife or Training Tree or a land-based college (Myerscough / Capel Manor / Merrist Wood etc.) to confirm this. The ISA Certified Arborist, "watch this space", is also well worth looking at as a very good 'craftsman level' learning option. Cheers fer now n "enjoy".. Paul

Before Mr Bolam comes along n says "bloomin hard work," or similar, I'll guess Poplar or Willow maybe..

The "something" I missed, thank you Betula Paul

Hi Andrew, thank you, very interesting being quite refreshing, and quite worrying, in equal measures. However, what's the reference to a book...or have I missed something? Thanks in anticipation.. Paul

"PARDON"...yep, hearing too!

This reply is too subtle n sophisticated for me (n hence surprised its come from you Mr Bullman) but if it's implying what I think it is then S*D OFF :lol: BTW I like Mr Gale very much Paul

Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata) which is actually a Cypress family tree...or possible plain old Lawson Cypress.

Hi all, hope yer well n enjoying the sunshine Hoping to see you at Tredegar House, Newport (nice venue) for this FREE event on Weds. 15th June (2016.) For further information and to book see Arboricultural Association - Course Detail Happy to answer any questions, just ask See you there soon.. Paul

Hornets nest stirred, no? Av'a'gud'un.. Paul

I've just thought of a useful 'Informative" (acknowledged, rather than as a condition which has been previously challenged and successfully upheld) LPA's may wish to consider: "The Arboriculture Association operate an accreditation scheme for tree surgery contractors should you require assistance in appointing a qualified person - see Arboricultural Association - ARB Approved Contractor Directory " Good idea, no? Interesting post / thread, thanks Paul

However, in particular CS41, as was, now the level 3 award in aerial tree rigging qualification (C&Gs / NPTC or Lantra) is viewed by HSE as being required if you undertake rigging operations. Singularly this qualification is the most common requirement contractors have to sort / source prior to presenting for arb approval. I'm sure that insurer providers, particularly those who specialise in, and have a better understand of, the industry would like to see it too. Cheers.. Paul

Hi Ian, Just a "sideways" observation, whatever one of those is , if at some future stage you wanted to go 'ARB Approved,' perhaps to help access commercial work etc., and you changed the business name substantially, we could not include the previous business longevity in the pre-requisite 2 years trading, e.g. IG Trees Ltd = a completely new company and new entity whereas "Geddes Trees / Geddes Trees Ltd." should be fine. "Good luck" with your new venture.. Paul

A "thought out loud," doubtless to be corrected (again ), but these are designed to 'absorb' blood are they not and hence might that be less effective at stemming / stopping blood flow than other things perhaps? I understood the 'celox impregnated' bandage was the way to go and to actually stuff it into the wound for best effect rather than just wrap round which is perhaps the function of another, standard, bandage. CAVEAT - all above said as a EFAW (albeit for Tree-workers) certificated person only and not a qualified trainer. Cheers.. Paul

Health & Safety at Work Act - Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations - Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations - Work at Height Regulations...for starters. All the above make some mention of the employers provision of information / instruction / training / competence to a greater or lesser degree, i.e. it's an employer's duty. If what you say is correct you need to speak to your Union of safety rep...often one and the same person. Take care out there.. Paul

I would "suggest" you think about aerial rescue skills / certifications in the same way you do for your First Aid qualifications and do a formal refresher, including any new techniques (pole-rescue) every 3 years and, perhaps, annually for those who don't climb regularly (hmmmm, are they truly competent as per AFAG 402?) The industry Guide to Good Climbing Practice recommends, okay it says "suggested", PRACTICE every 3 months. This it to keep the techniques current and in the hope that if, n hopefully never, you do need to use it then the practice and drills will overcome the fear and shock. Cheers.. Paul

Manna Ash (F. orna) maybe?

..but only at the tips, i.e. droop (as in Brewer's) BTW your spelling's fine as I understood it Cheers.. Paul

"Due to popular demand," the course, not me , we have moved to a bigger room at Lantra House. Hence if you've previously looked on the AA website and it said "COURSE FULL" there are now places available. Cheers.. Paul

Hi, we have one running at Kirkley Hall (Northumberland) at the end of June see Arboricultural Association - Course Detail Very few, if any, colleges actually deliver the PTI themselves, it is usually external training providers, inc. ourselves and Treelife etc., who use the colleges as venues but send our own trainers, eg. Guy Watson or Darren Blunt (Treelife.) Cheers, n "enjoy".. Paul PS We do other venues at different times, see the website.

Thing that strikes me about Leicester is that they play as a TEAM rather than a bunch of individuals n often prima-doners. Its been a refreshing change to watch them go from strength to strength n so well deserved. Cheers.. Paul

Nowt wrong with that, CR's were never my strong point either n I always relied on a good grounds-man n his pointy finger. AND the Approved Contractor Scheme allows for this also (bet Jake likes this one) Av'a'gud'un.. Paul

I'm wrecking my brain here to try to say something "smart n witty" n to your exacting standards Mark...but I'm struggling Cheers.. Paul PS n we all know that isn't the case at all...what you've posted!

...coz I believe it's the best thing for the industry going forward (and the only viable 'CORGI' registered equivalent we currently have available...and, without exception, every contractor I've assessed had always said how useful and positive they've found the whole process.) I hope it doesn't comes across too ruthless...I always try to be subtle n friendly, not abrupt n forceful...unless specially requested or deserving of course. There, sorry, I'm (indirectly) "hounding" again Cheers Jake Paul

Some excellent stuff posted here (CPD, CPD,CPD) thanks all n another example of ARBTALK at its best! Cheers.. Paul PS Might even go do an assignment myself ....good luck with it Lee!