LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN ARBORICULTURE
UNIT : Principles of Aerial tree surgery and ground based
arboricultural operations R/602/3960
WORKSHEET 1
LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand the practices of carrying out
aerial tree surgery operations
1. Identify correct branch removal techniques
1.1
2. List six potential tree and site related hazards to
consider prior to aerial tree work
1.2
3 Describe a technique of accessing a tree with a rope and
Harness
1.3
4. Using diagrams , outline the sequence of cuts to remove
a. a heavy branch
b. a stem
when using a chainsaw in aerial tree surgery operation
1.4
5. Identify the tools on the attached sheet (Photo 1.1) , that are
used for aerial based pruning operation
1.5
6. Describe in detail , including a sequence of operations, a method
of dismantling a tree.
1.6
7. With the aid of diagrams , describe how timber can be controlled
using ropes during dismantling operations
a. lowering branches
b. sectional felling the stem
1.7
8. Describe the procedures for ensuring a work site is guarded from
the general public
1.8
LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN ARBORICULTURE
UNIT : Principles of Aerial tree surgery and ground based
arboricultural operations R/602/3960
WORKSHEET 2
LEARNING OUTCOME 2. Understand the requirements of daily and
routine maintenance and service checks carried out on a chainsaw
1. Identify and list a minimum of four factors to take into account
when preparing to operate a chainsaw
2.1
2. Describe the pre-start checks on a chainsaw
2.2
3. Identify the daily maintenance routine required for a chainsaw
from the attached list
2.3
4. Describe the correct
· cold start procedure for a chainsaw
· re-fuelling procedure of a chainsaw
2.4
5. List the correct PPE requirements for using a chainsaw
· on the ground
· off the ground
2.5
6. On the attached pictures Identify and describe the safety
features of a chainsaw
2.6
LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN ARBORICULTURE
UNIT : Principles of Aerial tree surgery and ground based
arboricultural operations R/602/3960
WORKSHEET 3
LEARNING OUTCOME 3. Understand the processes of maintaining
and storing personal protective, lifting and tree surgery equipment
1. State appropriate storage methods for the following items of
PPE or safety equipment used in aerial tree surgery operations
a. Climbing harness
b. climbing ropes
c. Climbing helmet
3.1
2. Describe how lifting equipment is identified
3.2
3. Identify time frames for examining :
a. Personal lifting equipment
b. rigging equipment
3.3
LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN ARBORICULTURE
UNIT : Principles of Aerial tree surgery and ground based
arboricultural operations R/602/3960
WORKSHEET 4
LEARNING OUTCOME 4. Understand the practices of carrying out
ground based arboricultural operations
1. Using diagrams show the dimensions and sequence of cuts for
felling a tree leaning away from the direction of fall
4.1
2. Define the terms snedding or delimbing
4.2
3. Describe the technique of crosscutting using a chainsaw for the
logs shown in the attached photos (Photo 1.2 )
4.3
4. Identify the tools shown in Photo 1.3 that are used to assist
felling and crosscutting operations
4.4
5. Identify and list six potential hazards associated with tree felling
operations
4.5
Worksheet 1 Question 5
Photo 1.1
Tool/equipment
Name
Use