Course Description
This course is designed to help participants understand trees and will introduce modern pruning
techniques and terminology. Natural target pruning will be taught, demonstrated, and practiced. Tree
biology, physiology, structure, and dynamics will be introduced. Pruning tools and equipment will also
be discussed.
Applicable Standards
This course meets the ANSI/ASSE Z490.1 Criteria for Accepted Practices in
Safety, Health, and Environmental Training as well as ANSI A300 Part 1.
