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Not strictly true , admittedly the occasions when it is deemed 'Often Appropriate' are few (well once) and relate to management of light and shade, i.e. creating a dapple-shade effect for a dense canopy perhaps. In terms of timing, following Shigo's (the late, great) Modern Arboriculture he suggests ideally avoiding leaf emergence, early Spring, and leaf-fall, Autumn, as in terms of energy reserves these are the two times in a year when the tree is most vulnerable to further depletion through pruning. However, many prune Sycamore all year round as it's generally a vigorous species and provided individually it has good vitality, it will usually tolerate it quite happily. Just a few thoughts.. Cheers.. Paul
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Cut a section out at the base, being careful not to cut into the tree bark, and wait...poss. two years but usually fully effective...except for the regrowth from the cut sections. Stripping is both very time consuming, and an awful job, and causes great disturbance to wildlife who may be using it so is to be avoided generally I would suggest. Hope this helps and, does it really need removing / killing off? Cheers.. Paul
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Scotland - FREE Approved Contractor Workshop (Thurs. 13th Nov.)
AA Teccie (Paul) replied to AA Teccie (Paul)'s topic in AA
Hi Tom, thanks for your post. Please do come along and find out more. Whilst ISO's do have national, even international if UKAS accredited, recognition they don't address the industry specific aspects of H&S compliance, operational competence / proficiency, arb technical knowledge and tree-work quality standards, i.e. the industry specific stuff. However they certainly do help with procurement procedures in terms of quality management systems, as you have highlighted, as increasingly does being ARB Approved for the H&S compliance aspect. Look forward to meeting you there and answering your questions. Cheers .. Paul -
I wouldn't agree with this statement. Whilst there may be legitimate concerns, based on the nos. of credits (as described above), from the ICF for professional membership I strongly believe the ABC Level 6 Dip. Arb carries significant 'weight' within the industry and employers and other professionals recognise its value, as indeed do those who have studied it. Personally, if I had the time, I would seriously consider it (congrats to those who have done so, I admire your commitment, self-discipline and diligence.) Cheers.. Paul
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Sorry, I can't advise any further you would need to speak to Dave Dowson (who I believe has convinced ICF to rescind there decision, at least for the time being.) Cheers.. Paul
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Hmmm, not wholly sure why but I think that it may be something to do with the number of 'credits' involved which are essentially the building blocks of the qualifications registered on the new Quals. and Credits Framework (QCF.) Essentially whilst both the 'ABC award' and the BSc are at level 6, and both have enough credits to register them as 'Diploma', the ABC is 60 credits and the BSc is 360...hence a significant difference in favour of the BSc. Now, this is the world of academia and professional membership / charter-ship, the world of employment may take a different view. The AA Prof. Member, and onto Fellowship after 5 years, will happily accept ABC level 6 qualification. Hope this helps...at least a little. Thanks.. Paul
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Scotland - FREE Approved Contractor Workshop (Thurs. 13th Nov.)
AA Teccie (Paul) replied to AA Teccie (Paul)'s topic in AA
Timon, thank you for coming along and your valuable questions and contributions throughout the day, that's what really makes it. Good luck with everything and don't hesitate to "shout" if I can help with anything. Cheers...n hoping to see you before 12 months Paul -
Given the complexity of the situation here, and the potential financial penalty for "getting it wrong", I would strongly recommend you engage a suitably qualified and competent arboriculturist to advise you, i.e. an arbor. consultant. There are several on forum here, so give them a shout, but should you so wish there is a list here too Directory of Arboricultural Association Registered Consultants Regards, and good luck, Paul
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Scotland - FREE Approved Contractor Workshop (Thurs. 13th Nov.)
AA Teccie (Paul) replied to AA Teccie (Paul)'s topic in AA
Hi Tim, thanks for your post here. Nope, the Council nomination scheme is being phased out for 2015 and it's being replaced by a 25% discount on the initial application fee for all businesses attending the workshop and applying for assessment within 3 months thereafter (regardless of business size, i.e. nos. employees.) Hence please book on and I look forward to meeting you there. Cheers.. Paul -
Whilst acknowledging that I come from the 'conformance' side of the industry this just about sums it up and gives a commercial value, or rather potential saving, aspect too. Great post. Cheers.. Paul
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...at the Royal Highland Showground (next to Edinburgh Airport.) Please see ARB Approved Contractor Preparation Workshop for further information AND come along and see me Many thanks.. Paul
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Apologies for our delay here all...and we've been "pipped to the post" in replying. I'll see if I can get Chris and Matt to do a brief précis of their experience, knowledge and skills etc. and post back Cheers.. Paul
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Another great initiative, and major industry benefit, Steve 'at al' at ARBTALK. Well done and thank you. Paul
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Loler Thorough Inspection, advice wanted
AA Teccie (Paul) replied to Keithrturner's topic in Training & education
Yup, be there all 3 days :-) Cheers Timon.. Paul -
Loler Thorough Inspection, advice wanted
AA Teccie (Paul) replied to Keithrturner's topic in Training & education
Another benefit to having someone in the company 'LOLER Inspector' qualified, albeit the CS41 'aerial tree rigging' is the key one, and obviously therefore the combination is ideal, is that it contributes to the 'competent person' role required under the regs. Just an aside...from my obscure world Cheers.. Paul -
All, some excellent posts here containing great information. Thank you all Paul
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Generally you are still giving advice as a 'competent person' and need to know what your saying is sound and hence having your 'informal' knowledge based on experience (a very valuable asset) backed up by a formal qualification, ideally, is better. REMEMBER you need to know your limitations too, i.e. "Sorry Mrs Miggins but you need to get in an expert / consultant to advise here as I'm not qualified to do so." (This is being professional ...and I do it all the time ) Cheers.. Paul
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The phrases: 1. "make hay whilst the sun shines", and 2. "saving for a rainy day" comes to mind, so invest, but do so wisely...including your pension payments or other investments (inc. 'bricks n mortar'.) It is encouraging that the economic 'green-shoots' of previous are now blossoming...but winter looms (just hope for no more bl**dy storms eh!) Sorry, not quite sure where this post is going, or where it's come from, so I'll opt-out. Cheers.. Paul
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I think it's often a 'softer' way of explaining topping/lopping to clients that sounds more professional and acceptable...perhaps they should use the term "indiscriminate," and/or damaging pruning, and then explain correct target pruning etc. However, what the client often wants is topping and/or lopping which can have consequences and future management requirements which should be clearly explained (and ideally documented on the quote, and to say these works are outside the scope of BS3998.) If, fully informed, they still wish to proceed then the decision is yours whether to accept the instruction or not...provided your quote's not too much of course. Cheers.. Paul PS Here's a "marketing opportunity" for those who've spent out considerable sums of money for BS3998, i.e. take it with you and show the relevant section to your prospective client....but probably not when it's raining
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Hi Leigh, I hope you are well. In terms of decay fungi, I have only ever observed Pereniporia (as you say) as portrayed in the photo, i.e. spreading across the ground at the base. Of interest, perhaps, I have observed Heterobasidion annosum on Whitebeam, often combined with Armellaria, resulting in tree root-plate failure. Doubtless Mr Humphries will be along shortly to correct me Cheers.. Paul
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However, in the event of one of your reports being scrutinised, by a judge or other professional, they will consider your general 'competence' to carry out the task (know this sounds a bit 'contractor' orientated but it applies equally to consultants / advisors.) Hence consider your knowledge, training, qualifications and experience (and indeed 'currency', i.e. are you up-to-date?) I would suggest you summarise this as your professional credentials and obviously would include professional memberships of AA / ICF / CAS etc. Hope this helps. Paul
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Knew there wuz summat I forgot to check...hmmm, I'll get on the case ASAP Cheers Paul, tell um to pop over n say hello. TTFN.. Paul
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Hi all, Whilst no sharp axes, no shiny n shimmering 'climbing etc.' bling...we have got some good books etc. n I am there for all 3-days (next to Sorbus Intl.) so please pop in n say "hullo"...be good to put a few more faces to names. See you there.. Paul
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Hi Nick, I think this is often influenced by availability and accessibility etc. as to which course is chosen and also the type/style of learning best suited to the individual. I would also 'suggest' the "what you intend to do afterwards" would also come into play in terms of BSc = research / teaching / academic etc. and ABC level 6 = tree officer / consultant / practitioner etc...perhaps. (I also take it here you did mean 'ABC' level 6 as both quals. are QCF level 6, i.e. registered on the Quals. and Credit Framework at level 6 and as Diplomas...confusion.com ) The above is my 'personal take' on the topic. Cheers.. Paul
