MIS306 Tree Inspection for Access and Work

A Minimum Industry Standard for Site and Tree Hazard Assessment and the Selection of Appropriate Work Methods and Risk Controls

 

This document covers the work task of tree inspection prior to

conducting tree work operations. General principles of risk management

are presented to provide a framework for tree hazard inspection.

 

Site inspection, site management, tree identification, tree access

methods and techniques for pruning and removing trees are discussed

in the appropriate Minimum Industry Standards.

 

About the MIS Series

 

This book is one in a series of Minimum Industry Standards (MIS) produced by Arboriculture Australia Ltd and the New Zealand Arboricultural Association in consultation with the national arboriculture community in both countries. These industry peer-reviewed documents provide a ‘body of knowledge’ which is shared by practitioners and can be used as the basis for training, dissemination of skills and professional development.