Tree Management Institute Pty Ltd

Introduction to Modern Tree Climbing

Description

Modern tree climbing techniques have allowed the arborist to climb safer and more efficiently.  With an emphasis on conserving energy, you will find that your climbing will become more productive, thereby improving the quality of work. 
Modern tree climbing is all about making the job safer and easier.     

7 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for ISA Certified Arborists attending climbing workshop

Prerequisites

Gear you need to participate:

  • Throw line and throw bag
  • Friction saver or rope guide
  • Climbing rope
  • Friction cord or prusik
  • 2 pear-shaped / HMS carabiners
  • Harness
  • Micro pulley
  • Positioning lanyard (pole belt)
  • Climbing helmet
  • Safety glasses
  • Work boots suitable for climbing
  • Tree climbing (latex coated) gloves

 If you do not have all the gear required then please let us know and we can organise hire for the day.