Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:26 PM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Use arborist climbing techniques

Use arborist climbing techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCARB319
State Code
OBV66
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/08/2020
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/11/2020
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
13/11/2020
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to climb trees with ropes, harnesses and specialist equipment using climbing techniques for the purpose of mobility in the canopy of trees to acquire a safe work position.The unit applies to individuals who work in arboriculture 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.The arboriculture industry requires that all climbing work is undertaken according to preferred industry practices (as oultined in the Companion Volume).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 equipment
  • 1.5 Select, check and use personal protective equipment
2. Prepare to access tree
  • 2.1 Inspect tree to determine efficient safe access route and method through discussion with work team
  • 2.2 Select and prepare climbing equipment according to manufacturer instructions, work 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 requirements
  • 2.5 Sharpen, prepare and fit climbing spurs and gaffs for dismantling work
  • 2.6 Conduct pre-climb checks of configured systems to ensure compatibility, safety and function according to climbing system, industry standards and manufacturer instructions
3. Access and work position within tree
  • 3.1 Select suitable anchor points according to load bearing and access requirements
  • 3.2 Install low-risk anchor points using throw lines
  • 3.3 Inspect and test remotely installed anchor points are secure before use
  • 3.4 Ascend tree and access work positions within tree crown using climbing systems appropriate for work task and tree structure
  • 3.5 Configure and use components within functional climbing systems for ascending trees and work positioning
  • 3.6 Access work positions within tree crown by using climbing techniques for both pruning and dismantling work tasks
  • 3.7 Communicate with work team during operations according to work site and environmental conditions using methods agreed with work team
  • 3.8 Observe and maintain safe clearance from hazards and climbing and rigging equipment
  • 3.9 Maintain awareness and clearances for avoiding electrical 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
No information
No information
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR22 AHCARB311 Tie, dress, set and finish arborist knots Unit of competency
BAN54 AHCARB307 Use advanced climbing techniques Unit of competency