Introduction to Tree Trimming & Arboriculture
Learn the safety basics of tree work with chainsaws, pole saws, and aerial lifts, along with the three-cut method and the difference between proper pruning cuts and topping. After finishing you can support a ground crew safely and recognize good versus poor cut placement.
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Tree Trimming & Arboriculture
Pruning, shaping, and removing trees using hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. Arborists need to understand tree biology, structural integrity, and the safety protocols required when working at height with heavy equipment.
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