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  1. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Andy, "yes indeed" (at the show) and in principle would a cuppa n a natter but in practice, frustratingly, often time n tasks don't allow...but please do call into the AA tent on the off chance. The other thing I find interesting about the whole TPO app/ BS3998 / TPO guidance etc is the document refers to CRs being specified in terms of finished dimensions, e.g. CR to leave a crown dimension of X & Y etc. (ideal for subsequent planning enforcement action if exceeded) BUT very few applications reflect this AND very few LPAs require it. Ah well, at least gives us things to discuss. Best for now.. Paul
  2. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Andy, whilst you are technically correct that the TPO Regs do not make reference to BS3998, and indeed the applicant is not bound to refer to such, nonetheless the planning portal associated guidance (copy attached) states: Tree work should be carried out to a good standard. LPAs will usually require the work to comply with BS 3998 Recommendations for Tree Work Hence I would always advise applicants to ensure their applications align with the industry standard document (that said it is frustrating the actual legislation uses terms such as top, lop, uproot ) Regards, and hope you're well.. Paul guidance_note-works_to_trees.pdf
  3. AA Teccie (Paul)
    ...and also to ensure, ideally, your 'reasons' for the works align with the 'Management Objectives' in Table B1...and perhaps cite such. Cheers Paul PS Hope you're well Andrew.
  4. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Alec, thank you for your time here in replying to Steph (hi Steph hope you're well) AND enlightening me at the same time, much appreciated and very informative. Cheers Paul
  5. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi, probably at Stroud or Chippenham I think...or maybe then onto Swindon. I know there's Travelodges on the services on M4 which are closer but not very nice environment n pain in bum to get to. Hope you get sorted. Cheers.. Paul
  6. AA Teccie (Paul)
    BUMP... Thanks.. Paul
  7. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi all, hope yer well n if yer looking to get ahead of the competition please read on. Just a reminder to those who aren't familiar with the ARB Approval outcomes these days...and indeed anybody who may have forgot Once Arb Approval is achieved (the assessment / audit cost being from £495+VAT for a small business) , which is now a registered scheme with SSiP, you can also access the CHAS Scheme, or renew your existing CHAS with us, (£60 +VAT) and/or Trustmark too (£40 +VAT.) Give me a shout to find out more, or get along to one of the forthcoming FREE preparation workshops starting this Weds. in Leicester to find out more (see Training - Arboricultural Association) OR catch up with me at the ARB Show at Westonbirt (see The ARB Show - Arboricultural Association ) ...that said one of the workshops is deffo the best option Cheers all.. Paul
  8. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Not a particularly helpful reply here, unlike WoodyGuy's above, but in a former Tree Officer life we would always try to kill off both Ailanthus and Robinia (and White Popular!) prior to removal...and then treat the stump and sometimes still have suckers to deal with. Yep, a translocated herbicide, and doubtless repeat applications, is the only option. Good luck..! Paul
  9. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi all, If you would like to join me on the above 'FoC' workshop please book here Thanks n look forward to seeing you there ARB Approved Contractor Preparation Workshop Paul
  10. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi all, If you would like to join me on the above 'FoC' workshop please book here ARB Approved Contractor Preparation Workshop Thanks n look forward to seeing you there Paul
  11. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Increasingly standard protocol for civil engineering / construction works as the Management (of H&S) Regs dictate it...or at least that's a simple interpretation of such. Ideally ensure they are registered here The Occupational Safety and Health Consultants Register (OSHCR) Cheers, n good luck.. Paul
  12. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Occasionally the AA system is challenged by H&S 'bods' as it doesn't include the standard 'risk evaluation' process, i.e. how hazardous is the activity prior to controls 'HIGH' and then afterwards 'MODERATE/LOW' (residual risk). This is largely academic as all the stuff on there has potential to do you harm and the controls are 'as much as you can reasonably' do anyway. Make sure the site specific risk assessment is presented with a copy of the generic risk assessments and perhaps supply copies of relevant AFAG / FISA leaflets as appendices, and maybe even copies of the relevant NPTC assessment schedules, and hopefully that will be enough paperwork to satisfy their needs After having said that, IF it is a particularly tricky or unusual job, you might want to consider engaging a suitably qualified AND (industry) experience H&S advisor to assist. Good luck.. Paul
  13. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi Kevin, I hope you're well. Having just looked into this matter with an AA member I'm pretty sure what you are doing, i.e. 'site clearance' as part of site preparation (for construction), is included in CIS and would affect any and all assisting you with such. Forestry management, AKA "good arboricultural management" , including tree safety works, would be exempted from CIS however. Not sure as to the intricacies of the CIS workings I'm afraid as never been there. Good luck.. Paul
  14. AA Teccie (Paul)
    ...apart from making sure the AA rep has an umbrella if it's reassessment day not really. Unfortunately there's little scope for being a 'fine weather' tree surgeon / arborist here in the UK. BUT H&S does have a role to play and, simplistically, it's the risk assessment process, and more particularly because weather factors (high winds etc.) are a major consideration with the 'Working at Height Regs.', that determines whether (forgive the pun) works can/should proceed. This should also take account of the impact of the weather / rain on the tree and the task in hand, i.e. heavy rain during a crown reduction on a large Sycamore probably equals "come back tomorrow" etc. Sorry, no definitive but common sense should prevail. Cheers all n apologies for late reply here. Paul
  15. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Previously it was a licensing scenario, and indeed some WCL may still be valid (until 2016 I think), but tis an EA registration situation now, either 'lower tier' if just woodchip/green waste, or 'upper tier' if construction / demolition related stuff, i.e. landscape / fencing arisings. See https://www.gov.uk/waste-carrier-or-broker-registration for further info. Cheers.. Paul PS Lower tier is free and takes 5mins to register. Upper tier is £154 (I think) and lasts for 3 years...and takes a little longer to register.
  16. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Hi all, Hoping to see you at this FREE workshop event to find out more about being a compliant contractor = being ARB Approved. See ARB Approved Contractor Preparation Workshop for further info and to book. Post back if any questions. Cheers.. Paul
  17. AA Teccie (Paul)
    This might be a better bet, if it's applicable https://www.gov.uk/town-and-village-greens-how-to-register Good luck either way.. Paul PS SOrry if someone has already posted this
  18. AA Teccie (Paul)
    OMG, embarrassment time no doubt...RED OAK maybe (that assumes the twigs are from the logs, otherwise I'd have guessed Beech)? Time to tootle off me thinks Paul
  19. AA Teccie (Paul)
    So, yer gonna'av to escape the cold north fer a day n come along to the ARB Show event in the sunshine at the new venue, Westonbirt Arboretum on 5th n 6th June (see The ARB Show - Arboricultural Association ) Cheers n hope to see you there Paul
  20. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Under the circumstances be cooperative, accommodating and helpful and hopefully it will stand you in good stead going forward. Building relationships are key here...usually! Well done n good luck. Paul
  21. AA Teccie (Paul)
    IMHO, and taking on board the very valid comments made to date, I too would speak to the TO and/or provide a simple report / covering letter reinforcing your reasons and explaining the long-term benefits of the proposed works. I cannot see thereafter why they would refuse to register the application although they may of course refuse it in which case you could consider appeal...not ideal but an option. Speak to the TO. Cheers.. Paul PS The qualifications issue is relevant to some extent but more to do with the report and content that you produce.
  22. AA Teccie (Paul)
    ...n Kev cheers..
  23. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Very good point so site / ground inspection, trial dig, CAT scan yeah AND, as a matter of interest, if you're insured with Trust / HCC policy you need to have a written record of the measures taken to establish the presence of underground services beforehand, or similar. Cheers.. Paul
  24. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Wouldn't have thought there's a great deal to worry about, particularly if the grinding is confined to the immediate stump n not including the lateral roots. Odds are the neighbour will have already removed / severed any encroaching roots when they had the driveway done. The above assumes immediate / direct action. If you're talking about longer term effects as any roots that may be present die n decay I really wouldn't worry about that as unpredictable and to far in the future. Post back if I've missed the point here n sure others will advise similarly...I hope so at least Cheers.. Paul
  25. AA Teccie (Paul)
    Excellent stuff...must remember to put this 20mins on my CPD record. Simplistically, my middle name, I see distinctly different forms of Ganno with one bracket type being very flat and uniform, I associate this with applanatum, and the other being thicker / knobblyer / irregular , which I more associate with adspersum/austral BUT I'm just a H&S bod these days so listen to the experts. In terms of significance, I though Lynn body did a piece of work sometime ago now that suggested adspersum/austral can break down CODIT wall 4 n hence was more aggressive, potentially. Probably this has moved on with Scharze, Humphries and Croft Cheers all n really good stuff, thank you. Paul

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