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I wonder if it's the start of a cherry bark moth infestation

After quite a break from being involved on a purely arboriculture and forestry contract I am about to jump back in the tree world with both feet, but need to work towards  a formalised qualification in arboriculture to at least level 4. I have contacted Life Tree with regards to their courses but wondered if there were any other distance learning courses  that people would approve.

Any experiences members have of working alongside Life Tree that they wouldn't mind voicing would also be much appreciated.

kindest regards

Dave  

Remember being gutted after had been injured in the great storm when he was struck in the head luckily he recovered to carry on. Rest in peace Rene , good memories.

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Gutted....oh rene..stupid woman....one of a kind

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If you haven't seen one in action check out the rodenator there are several videos on YouTube - one of my ex colleagues thought of a new control method he poured 50 gallons of waste oil down a run without telling anyone, a few days later the trees and shrubs in the area started to die. We had the fastest bloody moles in Lincolnshire as a result.

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Thanks guys, Ive got my name down for the basic PTI with the plan of attempting the main award however I'm not totally familiar with 5837. The bat licensing qualification looks like it costs a fair amount, I think I may contact my local bat group to see if I can build up a portfolio that way. Thanks again,Dave

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Parrotia persica by the look of the flower buds

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Hi benedmonds, thanks for your reply however I'm carrying out a viability study to see if this would be a suitable direction for me to take and would need to invest in attaining official competencies to undertake this role. Shame I don't already have accreditation as I'm searching for a new position and assume I'm quite close to you? Thanks again Dave

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Hi guys, I'm currently doing some speculative research into business planning and wondered if freelance inspectors were in demand or indeed if anyone undertook this kind of work replacing council tree officers etc. I'm also thinking of putting an environmental spin on inspections and would like to look at developing bat inspection services. Any advice or feedback would be greatly appreciated.

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If you haven't read it have a look at David milarch's book The Man who planted trees. It's an interesting account of his attempt to save the old growth forests. Also talks about assisted migration planting of many of these trees to preserve them from the threat of global climate change.

Remember reading something similar a couple of years back where researchers had discovered aerosols given off by trees when under heat stress caused high levels of pollution. Still better off with them than without.

Firebugs..harmless

Hard to make out, second picture shows a clear image of an adult shield bug assume the others are nymphs but have never seen so many in one group. Quite what the species is I have no idea, will try and find out.

Perhaps when the suckers were pulled up the root system relating to that section of the canopy was damaged. The Active flow system disrupted? Just a theory?

Hi Folks

I was having a discussion with someone earlier who stated that their manager allowed them to use a powered pole pruner from within the canopy?? just got me thinking is this common practice? their argument being that its just a chainsaw on a stick:confused1:

any feedback would be very welcome

Dave

I believe it's in accordance with manufacturers spec which it is for stihl to apply chain brake then rev for a few seconds although I prefer the other way at full revs

Thanks Ben

have been in contact with a stihl rep since posting, they recommend applying the break at approx half chain speed to check system works without placing undue strain on the saw components.

Dave

Hi Folks

Can anyone confirm if the chainbreak test requirements for the NPTC now remove the requirement for the full throttle test. I have heard it has been replaced by asking the candidate to apply the chain break at tick over and throttle the machine to check for correct break function??

Sorry to ask such a basic question

Dave

Hi Folks I'm currently teaching a unit on vta and would be intrested to compare different companies take on the data they collect. I realise its a bit cheeky but if anyone is willing to allow me to have an electronic version of the form/s they use it would be of great use to my learners. The forms would only be used for comparision work and not used by ourselves to undertake surveying jobs. thanking you in advance for any assistance.

Kindest wishes

Dave

Riseholme College is currently looking for suitable candidates to carry out part-time instruction for level 2&3 Forestry and Arboricultural students. No formal teaching qualification will be required but you must have industry experience, a clear commitment to health and safety procedures and valid competency awards. More than one post may be available, selected persons would require to undertake a CRB check prior to employment.

Regards

Dave

Hey Martyn . can you plese give me a PM asap

regards

Dave

Thanks for the replys folks, thats a great help

Dave

Hi folks, has anyone any experience of purchasing size 14 boots and extra long class c trousers .one of my learners is having real trouble finding kit to fit. Any help greatly appreciated .

Regards

Dave:thumbup:

Seeing as no-one has made the usual comment: No more salted peanuts for him for a while.

 

Taxi for penfold!!

Came across the image of the skeletonised hand during my First Aid at work update , instructor stated that the guy was holding a firework that exploded, would account for the shear devestation of the guys fingers and what appears to be powder burns??

Dave

Timberwolfs spot on

Just a few shots off my phone from the last few weeks.. Can anyone cast an objectional eye over the click beetle picture[sorry poor quality] was wondering if it's a violet click beetle, guess the chances are its not?

regards

Dave