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Access trees for inspection

Access trees for inspection

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCARB322
State Code
OBV53
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/08/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/11/2020
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
13/11/2020
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to access trees for inspection. It does not describe the skills and knowledge required to access trees to conduct arboricultural work, tree pruning or removal. The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare site and inspect equipment
  • 1.1 Confirm access to site and scope of works according to workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Undertake a site-specific job safety analysis (JSA), record and implement control measures according to workplace safety procedures
  • 1.3 Confirm availability of first aid and rescue personnel, equipment and procedures
  • 1.4 Conduct pre-operational preparations and safety checks, on ropes, harnesses, tools and climbing equipment
  • 1.5 Select, check and use personal protective equipment
2. Prepare to access tree
  • 2.1 Inspect tree to determine efficient low-risk access route and climbing method through discussion with work team
  • 2.2 Select and prepare climbing equipment according to manufacturer instructions, workplace health and safety regulations and industry standards
  • 2.3 Configure climbing equipment components to form functional tree climbing system appropriate to the access method selected
  • 2.4 Tie, dress, set and finish climbing knots and hitches according to climbing system
  • 2.5 Conduct pre-climb checks of configured systems to ensure compatibility, safety and function according to selected climbing system, industry standards and manufacturer instructions
3. Access tree safely to work position
  • 3.1 Select and install suitable anchor points according to access method selected
  • 3.2 Use climbing equipment to ascend tree to suitable work positions within crown using safe access route
  • 3.3 Undertake transitions between attachment points safely to reach suitable work positions
  • 3.4 Communicate with work team during operations according to work site and environmental conditions using methods agreed with work team
  • 3.5 Maintain awareness and clearances to avoid power lines according to workplace safety procedures
4. Descend from tree
  • 4.1 Descend tree using climbing equipment in a controlled manner
  • 4.2 Remove all climbing equipment safely in a controlled manner according to manufacturer instructions
  • 4.3 Inspect, clean, maintain and store climbing and safety equipment according to manufacturer instructions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAT64 AHCARB312 Use standard climbing techniques to access trees Unit of competency