Raw Tree Care

Just as a bit of background, I've been climbing trees for 10 years and I have some limited experience in rope access and did have my IRATA level 1 but didn't really use it. I've also been a rock climber for 25 years.

I've skimmed the posts above and I think they are all goog points but I'd like to mention a few things that differentiates arb from rope access (where 2 rope are usually used) that I dont think have been mentioned.

I believe the whole system, from anchor points to ropes, in rope access should be set up by a level 3 IRATA guy who will have passed 3 different IRATA levels and have at least 3000 hours on rope experience. The level 3 is usually there to supervise the operation and effect a rescue while level 1 and 2 operatives do the work. At least that is the ideology, I'm sure it doesn't happen all the time.

I don't think it's really practical to have a more experienced climber inspect the anchor point in a tree and be around just in case while the 'less experienced' guy does the climbing. 

But more importantly, industrial rope access is usually a one dimensional process, sometimes two dimensional. The operative usually works from top to bottom (getting the stairs or lift to the top) but the motion is usually up and down with some limited left to right movement. If a large move to the left is required the rope (and anchor point) is usually moved.

My point being it's a vertical process that is highly suited to having a working line in the middle and a backup to the left or the right. It's easy to set up, manage and maintain order.

Where as in tree work we move up, down, left, right, forward and back. We duck over, under and through limbs and we twist and turn. It's a very 3D process and ropes can easily get tangled. This is obviously less suited to having a working line and a backup line next to each other. We also get into positions above and equal to the anchor point which would not happen in industrial rope access

Unless carefully managed two ropes in a tree would quickly tangle and would contribute to operator fatigue. In the worst case, should an accident happen when the ropes are tangled a speedy decent via:

a) ddrt - could result in rope on rope friction that could cause failure of either or both lines

b) srt - could slow down a decent if the ropes are tangled below the point of the climber. 

Hi Guys

We're after another body to join our team. Tickets an advantage.

You will be full time employed, ppe provided.

It's a great opportunity for someone keen and hardworking and someone looking to get into the industry.

Based in wolverhampton, must have own transport.

Email [email protected] with cv and cover email

Hi folks

We're looking for a contact climber who can help out on the odd day here and there. Got a few technical jobs and some other bits and pieces over the next few weeks.

Drop me a line if you can help out. [email protected]

Thanks

We're still taking applications for this position.

Thanks

Rich

As an expanding small family business we are looking to expand our team to meet our clients needs over the winter months.

Position would suit self motivated person keen to learn and develop their arb skills and knowledge. We work to a high standard for all our customers and CS30, 31, 38 and 39 is required for climbing position. Would consider a groundsman willing to learn and get airborne.

Send CV to [email protected] or call us on 01902 595859

Apply via email to [email protected]

RAW Tree Care ltd are after a climber to help out with our work load. Must have CS30, 31 , 38 & 39, others are an advantage.

We mainly serve domestic customers and work to a high standard and looking for someone with experience reducing and dismantling trees in a professional manner

Position could suit someone looking for 3 to 5 days a week over the winter months either as a sub contractor or employee.

We offer excellent rates of per pay according to experience, competency and method of employment. Long term work available for the right candidates. Apply via email to [email protected] included your up to date CV with your application

Thats kind of what I was thinking, I was thinking the treatment was affecting the roots but I suppose you could get wind drift of sprayed treatments.

Anyone have any ideas?

Hi Guys

Been looking at this Yew which is brown on one side (towards the house and lawn)

He has the lawn treated annual and has done for some years. A professional company do this, not sure what they use.

Nothing else has changed, no ground works nearby and browning seams to match the lawn area (branches over the borders are green). He has a dog, but don't think that is the problem here.

Any ideas? Do you think irrigation may help?

Been working on mine for a while now, what do you think? Wolverhampton's Tree Removal company of choice | R.A.W Tree Care Ltd

Hi Guys

Im looking for a groundsman or climber to help with our work over the summer. It should be for the duration of the summer and can be subcontract or employed.

Send a CV and brief outline of experience to [email protected]

Thanks

Rich

Thanks for the ideas guys. The trees are in the West Midlands, in a rear garden so do think it would be salt

Had been reading the RHS website and it mentions Pestalotiopsis dieback. Anyone come across this?

I had thought about drought/water logging. The other tree (same size and species) is doing much better and only 6ft away

Hi Guys

Been asked to look at two conifers, one looks healthy at a distance but some of the tips are brown. The other one is brown all over, not dead but not great.

Client said she thinks it has happened suddenly, within two weeks.

Was thinking cypress aphid but i thought that symptoms spread over the tree, not the whole tree at once?

Anyone got any ideas?

Thanks

Rich

it would be wise, it is clear by the bark changes high in the canopy this was topped about say 30 years ago

Yes, looks like it's been pollarded a long time ago. There is a lot of Epicormic growth around the whole tree. It has a tpo so let's see what he says.

Thanks again

Judging by the host and the location on the tree I would say a desicated L. sulphurous. Chicken of the woods:thumbup1:

Thanks Warren

That's what I thought, but wasn't sure because. Best get it down/reduced then.

Hi guys

Sorry if this is the wrong place for this.

Anyone know what this old bracket is?

Growing on 2 deadwood pegs about 20ft up a mature oak. Spongy and difficult to cut. White flesh inside.

Thanks

53 ft i reckon

Yes can do telford, its not far from me.

Hi guys & girls

Just a quick one to say i am still available for work. Been climbing for 3 years (2 of which were for a large AA approve contractor). Worked with a few arbtalk members, and was very happy to help fuda out when his climber let him down (http://arbtalk.co.uk/forum/climbers-talk/54797-job-well-done-stand-climber.html#post837150).

I hold public liability insurance along with CS 30, 31, 38 & 39, copies available on request. I have also passed the three written exams for the Arb Association technicians certificate and I am now waiting to take the practical examination day.

I have all PPE and climbing kit, a climbing saw, a few ground saws and lowering kit and dont mind traveling.

I also have a tipper transit and 6" chipper available and hold IRATA level 1 ticket

Many thanks

Richard

[email protected]

Wolverhampton

07964 083 735

Just glad i could help you out mate. Thanks for the work

no richard wilkes

Yes Lewis Mancini. Hows the tourettes? You keeping it under control?

no richard wilkes

No? Why not?

I have been working for a AA approved contractor for the last two years, the last 6 months of which was working as lead climber/team leader. I have recently left employment and now working on my own as a sub contractor

My work varied from dismantling small and large trees in gardens, parks and street trees to pruning ornamental specimens. Pictures of recent work can be provided.

I have extensive experience in rigging and working from a MEWP.

I hold public liability insurance along with CS 30, 31, 38 & 39, copies available on request. I have also passed the three written exams for the Arb Association technicians certificate and I am now waiting to take the practical examination day.

I have all PPE and climbing kit, a climbing saw, a few ground saws and a lowering kit.

I am available for work and willing to travel

I also have a tipper transit and 6" chipper available locally

I also hold IRATA level 1 ticket

Rates and CV available on request

Many thanks

Richard

[email protected]

Wolverhampton

01902 823 219

07964 083 735

I have been working for a AA approved contractor for the last two years, the last 6 months of which was working as lead climber/team leader. I have recently left employment and now working on my own as a sub contractor

My work varied from dismantling small and large trees in gardens, parks and street trees to pruning ornamental specimens. Pictures of recent work can be provided.

I have extensive experience in rigging and working from a MEWP.

I hold public liability insurance along with CS 30, 31, 38 & 39, copies available on request. I have also passed the three written exams for the Arb Association technicians certificate and I am now waiting to take the practical examination day.

I have all PPE and climbing kit, a climbing saw, a few ground saws and a lowering kit.

I am available for work and willing to travel

I also have a tipper transit and 6" chipper available locally

Rates available on request

Many thanks

Richard

[email protected]

07964 083 735