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The Virtual ARB Show continues with great deals, demos, discounts and learning! Check out the activities on the interactive map and browse exhibitors... Demo Arena: Arboricultural Association - Demo Arena WWW.TREES.ORG.UK A world-leading authority for over 50 years on arboricultural best practice, the Association delivers professional... Tree Climbers' Forum: Arboricultural Association - Tree Climbers’ Forum WWW.TREES.ORG.UK A world-leading authority for over 50 years on arboricultural best practice, the Association delivers professional... Arborists' Workshop: Arboricultural Association - Arborists’ Workshop WWW.TREES.ORG.UK A world-leading authority for over 50 years on arboricultural best practice, the Association delivers professional... VAS20-Open-FB-INST-SQ-VideoBanner-1080.mp4

As well as Exhibitors and deals - ARB Show activities are happening at the Virtual ARB Show! Arboricultural Association - Virtual ARB Show WWW.TREES.ORG.UK A world-leading authority for over 50 years on arboricultural best practice, the Association delivers professional...

??Virtual ARB Show 2020 is OPEN! https://www.trees.org.uk/The-Virtual-ARB-S…/Virtual-ARB-Show Visit the virtual showground filled with top industry exhibitors offering deals and showcasing the latest equipment and technologies, plus some great interactive activities. How to navigate: • The showground is organised by category • You can navigate by using the dropdown menu on the right and clicking on the each category OR by clicking on the colour coded plots on the showground. • Click on the exhibitors to visit their virtual stands • Click on an activities (e.g. Arborists’ Workshop) to view the virtual activity We hope you enjoy our interactive showground!

Thought some of you might be keen to enter and challenge a friend to beat your time! How you enter the 3 Knot Challenge: ? Watch Richard Hughes from Myerscough College & University Centre setting the #3KnotChallenge time for you to beat. ? ⏱ Record and time yourself doing the challenge ? Post your video or time on social media using the hashtag: #3KnotChallenge ? Tag the Arb Association Facebook @arbassociation Instagram @arboricultural_association Twitter @arbassociation ? Win an Arb Association Book Shop Bundle! We'll add the top scores each day to the Virtual ARB Show 3 Knot Challenge Page https://www.trees.org.uk/…/Virtual-ARB-Show/3-Knot-Challenge The Arborists’ Working Group Knot Tying Competition is a popular feature of each show giving visitors the chance to test their skills against the clock. ? ARB Show Knot Tying Competition Records: The all-time record for 5 knots is Matt Graham in 10.78 seconds! The record for the Under-16 category is held by Sophie at 20 seconds flat! ?Virtual ARB Show is now open! Lots of deals, demos and discounts to be had... ?https://www.trees.org.uk/The-Virtual-ARB-S…/Virtual-ARB-Show How to navigate: • The showground is organised by category • You can navigate by using the dropdown menu on the right and clicking on the each category OR by clicking on the colour coded plots on the showground. • Click on the exhibitors to visit their virtual stands • Click on an activities (e.g. Arborists’ Workshop) to view the virtual activity We hope you enjoy our interactive showground!

Virtual ARB Show is now open! Lots of deals, demos and discounts to be had... https://www.trees.org.uk/The-Virtual-ARB-Show/Virtual-ARB-Show How to navigate: • The showground is organised by category • You can navigate by using the dropdown menu on the right and clicking on the each category OR by clicking on the colour coded plots on the showground. • Click on the exhibitors to visit their virtual stands • Click on an activities (e.g. Arborists’ Workshop) to view the virtual activity We hope you enjoy our interactive showground!

Virtual ARB Show is now open! Lots of deals, demos and discounts to be had... https://www.trees.org.uk/The-Virtual-ARB-Show/Virtual-ARB-Show How to navigate: • The showground is organised by category • You can navigate by using the dropdown menu on the right and clicking on the each category OR by clicking on the colour coded plots on the showground. • Click on the exhibitors to visit their virtual stands • Click on an activities (e.g. Arborists’ Workshop) to view the virtual activity We hope you enjoy our interactive showground!

Thanks - as you say opening day would have been a cracker weather wise! Never mind, I hope the virtual show is useful anyway - it's now open! Link below. https://www.trees.org.uk/The-Virtual-ARB-Show/Virtual-ARB-Show How to navigate: • The showground is organised by category • You can navigate by using the dropdown menu on the right and clicking on the each category OR by clicking on the colour coded plots on the showground. • Click on the exhibitors to visit their virtual stands • Click on an activities (e.g. Arborists’ Workshop) to view the virtual activity We hope you enjoy our interactive showground!

Some previews attached - Opening Friday morning at www.trees.org.uk/VirtualArb

Some Virtual ARB Show Previews... Opening Friday Morning!

It won't be the same but we've got the Virtual ARB Show opening tomorrow morning with some great deals, demos and discounts. Loads of great free online learning and guidance. I'll attach some previews. APF still going ahead and we are going to be hosting a tree worker zone with seminar tent, workshops, tree climbers forum. Fingers crossed. www.trees.org.uk/virtualarb

Virtual ARB Show 2020 (FREE) 15th – 17th May 2020 Bringing the UK’s biggest Arborists’ Trade Show straight to you! ‘Virtual ARB Show 2020’ will feature an interactive showground filled with top industry exhibitors offering deals and showcasing the latest equipment and technologies. Lots of our exhibitors are offering special Virtual ARB Show discounts so be sure to check it out! You’ll be able to browse just as you would at the ARB Show; exhibitors have filled a huge range of categorised virtual stands. The Exhibitor list features experts in a huge range of products and services, displaying the latest equipment available in every market from decay detection technology, soil decompaction and enrichment to new climbing kit and almost every type of chipper and shredder you could imagine. Arborists' Workshop & 3 Knot Challenge Other interactive show favourites will still take place and form part of the virtual showground. Including the ‘Arborists’ Workshop, sponsored by STIHL’ which will feature a range of must-see webinars and some excellent online learning. There will also be a demonstration area with exhibitors hosting product demo’s, tips and tricks, Tree Climbers Forum and Kids Activities. Visit the Virtual ARB Show from 15th May 2020 at www.trees.org.uk/VirtualArb

Virtual ARB Show 2020 (FREE) 15th – 17th May 2020 Bringing the UK’s biggest Arborists’ Trade Show straight to you! ‘Virtual ARB Show 2020’ will feature an interactive showground filled with top industry exhibitors offering deals and showcasing the latest equipment and technologies. Lots of our exhibitors are offering special Virtual ARB Show discounts so be sure to check it out! You’ll be able to browse just as you would at the ARB Show; exhibitors have filled a huge range of categorised virtual stands. The Exhibitor list features experts in a huge range of products and services, displaying the latest equipment available in every market from decay detection technology, soil decompaction and enrichment to new climbing kit and almost every type of chipper and shredder you could imagine. Arborists' Workshop & 3 Knot Challenge Other interactive show favourites will still take place and form part of the virtual showground. Including the ‘Arborists’ Workshop, sponsored by STIHL’ which will feature a range of must-see webinars and some excellent online learning. There will also be a demonstration area with exhibitors hosting product demo’s, tips and tricks, Tree Climbers Forum and Kids Activities. Visit the Virtual ARB Show from 15th May 2020 at www.trees.org.uk/VirtualArb

URBAN TREE WORLD CUP FINAL This is the big one... The #UrbanTreeWorldCup FINAL! DAWN REDWOOD v LONDON PLANE - which will win the title of best urban tree? Vote, view the path to the final and the TDAG species selection guides here: Arboricultural Association - Urban Tree World Cup 2020 WWW.TREES.ORG.UK Professional training courses and workshops for Tree Surgeons, arborists and consultants. A wide range of Tree... Anything could happen in this fixture, so strap yourself in and get ready for a bumpy ride. We've had over 12,000 votes cast during the tournament and the response has been fantastic, with lots of debate and even some 'Tree Trash Talk' between opposing fans on Twitter! Thanks to everyone who has got involved. 3rd Place Playoff Result: BIRCH 57% v 43% HAWTHORN. This could easily have been the final. A close match but Birch edged ahead overnight and finishes #Stonehouse2020 in 3rd place, winning the unofficial title of best native urban tree. Both had a great #UrbanTreeWorldCup and did their fans proud

URBAN TREE WORLD CUP FINAL This is the big one... The #UrbanTreeWorldCup FINAL! DAWN REDWOOD v LONDON PLANE - which will win the title of best urban tree? Vote, view the path to the final and the TDAG species selection guides here: Arboricultural Association - Urban Tree World Cup 2020 WWW.TREES.ORG.UK Professional training courses and workshops for Tree Surgeons, arborists and consultants. A wide range of Tree... Anything could happen in this fixture, so strap yourself in and get ready for a bumpy ride. We've had over 12,000 votes cast during the tournament and the response has been fantastic, with lots of debate and even some 'Tree Trash Talk' between opposing fans on Twitter! Thanks to everyone who has got involved. 3rd Place Playoff Result: BIRCH 57% v 43% HAWTHORN. This could easily have been the final. A close match but Birch edged ahead overnight and finishes #Stonehouse2020 in 3rd place, winning the unofficial title of best native urban tree. Both had a great #UrbanTreeWorldCup and did their fans proud

Arboricultural Association – COVID-19 (Coronavirus) – Update April 9th, 2020 On April 7th the UK Government issued updated guidance relating to social distancing in the workplace, which can be found below: Social distancing in the workplace guidance – 8 April 2020 Employer and businesses COVID-19 guidance – 8 April 2020 Notwithstanding the updated Government guidance, the Association’s position statement published on April 3rd remains unchanged and we continue to recommend that Public Health guidance should be followed at all times. We would advise those in our industry who can work from home, to continue to do so. Those who are unable to work from home, such as contractors and those surveying and inspecting trees, should be able to continue to work outdoors where it is safe to do so in line with Public Health guidance. However, the Association would like to make it extremely clear that the health of those working in our industry, our customers, families and friends and wider society, is of paramount importance. All of us, whether a business or an individual, will have to determine our response to carrying out any work on a case by case basis. Everyone must ensure that they are able to fully adhere to the most recent Public Health advice regarding preventative (regular and thorough hand washing and suitable cleaning materials) and protective (PPE) routines and social distancing requirements. We would urge everyone to regularly check government resources such as businesssupport.gov.uk and Public Health for the latest updates. Please also refer to www.trees.org.uk for the material the Association has produced, particularly Advice for those continuing to work on site during the Coronavirus pandemic. Further updates will follow. Stay safe everyone. Stewart Wardrop Chief Executive Officer Download the Advice Poster Updated Position Statement – 3 April 2020 Coronavirus Help for Arborists

Arboricultural Association – COVID-19 (Coronavirus) – Update April 9th, 2020 Further to our previous position statement, published on 3rd April 2020, we have received further updated guidance from the Government. These updates are linked below: Social distancing in the workplace guidance – 8 April 2020 Employer and businesses COVID-19 guidance – 8 April 2020 Notwithstanding the updated Government guidance, the Association’s position statement published on April 3rd remains unchanged and we continue to recommend that Public Health guidance should be followed at all times. We would advise those in our industry who can work from home, to continue to do so. Those who are unable to work from home, such as contractors and those surveying and inspecting trees, should be able to continue to work outdoors where it is safe to do so in line with Public Health guidance. However, the Association would like to make it extremely clear that the health of those working in our industry, our customers, families and friends and wider society, is of paramount importance. All of us, whether a business or an individual, will have to determine our response to carrying out any work on a case by case basis. Everyone must ensure that they are able to fully adhere to the most recent Public Health advice regarding preventative (regular and thorough hand washing and suitable cleaning materials) and protective (PPE) routines and social distancing requirements. We would urge everyone to regularly check government resources such as businesssupport.gov.uk and Public Health for the latest updates. Please also refer to www.trees.org.uk for the material the Association has produced, particularly Advice for those continuing to work on site during the Coronavirus pandemic. Further updates will follow. Stay safe everyone. Stewart Wardrop Chief Executive Officer Download the Advice Poster Updated Position Statement – 3 April 2020 Original Position Statement – 25 March 2020 Coronavirus Help for Arborists

Hi all, Just to reiterate here : Please see the following update - As government advice is currently unclear, and as is the norm at the moment still being developed, until we have clarity from defra that's all we can safely say - but we are actively seeking clarification and hope to have further detailed guidance this afternoon. Thanks for your patience and please stay safe everyone. Arboricultural Association Coronavirus Update - Guidance for Arboricultural Contractors The Arboricultural Association is actively engaging with partner organisations through our membership of the Parliamentary Ornamental Horticulture Group to seek industry-specific guidance from Government. In the meantime we would urge all of our members to follow existing Government and Public Health advice relating to Coronavirus and stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Further statements will follow as soon as we have received any additional clarification and guidance from official sources. Arboricultural Association - Arboricultural Association Coronavirus Update WWW.TREES.ORG.UK <h2 class= dblue bold mb20 >Guidance for Arboricultural Contractors</h2> <div class= row lgreybg ml0 mr0 style=...

Hi all, Please see the following update - As government advice is currently unclear, and as is the norm at the moment still being developed, until we have clarity from defra that's all we can safely say - but we are actively seeking clarification and hope to have further detailed guidance this afternoon. Thanks for your patience and please stay safe everyone. Arboricultural Association Coronavirus Update - Guidance for Arboricultural Contractors The Arboricultural Association is actively engaging with partner organisations through our membership of the Parliamentary Ornamental Horticulture Group to seek industry-specific guidance from Government. In the meantime we would urge all of our members to follow existing Government and Public Health advice relating to Coronavirus and stay at home unless absolutely necessary. Further statements will follow as soon as we have received any additional clarification and guidance from official sources. Arboricultural Association - Arboricultural Association Coronavirus Update WWW.TREES.ORG.UK <h2 class= dblue bold mb20 >Guidance for Arboricultural Contractors</h2> <div class= row lgreybg ml0 mr0 style=...

We don't pre-sell visitor tickets it's all on the day, but we had 115 of 140 Exhibitor plots booked. We actually had our record year in terms of visitor numbers last APF year (8,000 in 2018). As Paul says, we are planning something quite exciting at APF which is pressing on as planned. Fingers-crossed the world will have returned to relative normality by then! Thanks,

Hi Everyone We've been in touch with PETZL to get clarification on this alert, which was originally published by the construction firm managing the site in question. UPDATE: https://www.trees.org.uk/News-Blog/Latest-News/Correction-and-Update-Safety-Bulletin-UAG065 (Please share accordingly) Correction and Update: Safety Bulletin UAG065 Reference: UAG Safety Bulletin 65 sent on Tuesday 25 February titled ‘HSE ALERT – High Potential Equipment Failure / Fall From Height’ The details in UAG Safety Bulletin 65 were originally published by a construction company responsible for the site where the incident referenced occurred. There were factual and technical inaccuracies contained within the alert which should be disregarded. We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused. Update and further guidance Thank you to PETZL for providing the following update and technical information. Please read it carefully and distribute accordingly. Petzl Update: PETZL are aware of the product referred to in the (UK) Arb Associations Safety Bulletin dated the 21st of February 2020 Ref. No. UAG065. The product had been sent back to PETZL in late December 2019 for full analysis. The analysis that was reported to the customer in January 2020 showed there were no broken parts and no manufacturing defect with the product, but it was found to be a maintenance issue. PETZL would like to remind all users how to care for your ZIGZAG to maintain the function and prolong the lifetime of your product. All information about the specific instructions on inspecting, checking and maintaining can be found on PETZL.com. www.petzl.com/GB/en/Professional/Descenders/ZIGZAG-PLUS On this page you will need to click the link for Technical Information, this will lead you to 4 downloadable documents detailing: Technical Notice PPE Inspection procedure PPE checklist Tips for maintaining your equipment. Should you have any questions or require advice on correct use, inspection and maintenance of your PETZL product please contact your local PETZL after sales department. The Association recommends that users regularly inspect kit and always take care of their safety gear by following the specific maintenance recommendations for each product used in their Personal Fall Protection System.

Hi Everyone - I'll post this here but also as a thread to make sure it doesn't get lost. We've been in touch with PETZL to get clarification on this alert, which was originally published by the construction firm managing the site in question 'KBR'. UPDATE: https://www.trees.org.uk/News-Blog/Latest-News/Correction-and-Update-Safety-Bulletin-UAG065 (Please share accordingly) Correction and Update: Safety Bulletin UAG065 Reference: UAG Safety Bulletin 65 sent on Tuesday 25 February titled ‘HSE ALERT – High Potential Equipment Failure / Fall From Height’ The details in UAG Safety Bulletin 65 were originally published by a construction company responsible for the site where the incident referenced occurred. There were factual and technical inaccuracies contained within the alert which should be disregarded. We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused. Update and further guidance Thank you to PETZL for providing the following update and technical information. Please read it carefully and distribute accordingly. Petzl Update: PETZL are aware of the product referred to in the (UK) Arb Associations Safety Bulletin dated the 21st of February 2020 Ref. No. UAG065. The product had been sent back to PETZL in late December 2019 for full analysis. The analysis that was reported to the customer in January 2020 showed there were no broken parts and no manufacturing defect with the product, but it was found to be a maintenance issue. PETZL would like to remind all users how to care for your ZIGZAG to maintain the function and prolong the lifetime of your product. All information about the specific instructions on inspecting, checking and maintaining can be found on PETZL.com. www.petzl.com/GB/en/Professional/Descenders/ZIGZAG-PLUS On this page you will need to click the link for Technical Information, this will lead you to 4 downloadable documents detailing: Technical Notice PPE Inspection procedure PPE checklist Tips for maintaining your equipment. Should you have any questions or require advice on correct use, inspection and maintenance of your PETZL product please contact your local PETZL after sales department. The Association recommends that users regularly inspect kit and always take care of their safety gear by following the specific maintenance recommendations for each product used in their Personal Fall Protection System.

Great find! Interesting guy, maybe they should put wiseguys in charge of tree planting

Hi All, I just wanted to add that all the drafts of these Technical Guides have been promoted for industry consultation far and wide - which has been essential in shaping their content, so thanks to everyone who contributed. Also to confirm that once the draft of the updated Technical Guide 1 is complete it will be open to consultation again, giving everyone a chance to feedback before the new guidance is finalised. We'll post the ARB Magazine article which includes the timeline going forward and some frequently asked questions which hopefully will prove useful. We're also developing a detailed FAQ webpage which will be available shortly. We're developing demonstration videos, but we're also going to host some demonstration events in Spring 2020 which will also include Q&A sessions. Obviously it was distributed through other channels too, but here is the original draft consultation for TG1 Arbtalk post:

Hi Sam, This page is good for keeping in touch with competitions https://www.facebook.com/UKTreeClimbing/ We try to share everything there. As far as 2020 goes: The 3ATC Open will take place during 15th-16th May at the ARB Show The UK & Ireland Competition will take place in September, dates confirmed very soon I'm pretty sure the Sheffield Tree Trials (Which took place during the Sheffield Folk Forest Festival in late July) will happen again too. Hope that helps. Thanks, Steve

Hi Folks, Just wanted to remind everyone that Early Bird discount (save up to 30%) for the 53rd AA Conference is closing a week earlier this year on 2nd August. Full Schedule: https://www.trees.org.uk/Amenity-Conference/Conference-Timetable-2019 Monday speakers: https://www.trees.org.uk/Amenity-Conference/Monday-Speakers-2019 Tuesday speakers: https://www.trees.org.uk/Amenity-Conference/Tuesday-Speakers-2019 Wednesday speakers: https://www.trees.org.uk/Amenity-Conference/Wednesday-Speakers-2019 Pricing and options: https://www.trees.org.uk/Amenity-Conference/Pricing-and-Options Hope to see lots of you there! If you have any questions or queries, just give us a call or e-mail [email protected] Thanks, Steve (AA Marketing Manager)