Arborist Training in Colfax, NC

Course Description:
This instructor-led course is intended to be delivered at the local level. This is a seminar-based training course designed for tree workers authorized by their employer to perform technical tree rigging fiber rope transfer systems as part of their job requirements. In this course attendees will learn knowledge and techniques such as technical tree rigging hazard & controls, safe work practices, and proper use of lifting & lowering tree rigging equipment and proper use of fiber rope load transfer systems when performing technical tree rigging and material handling operations. Technical tree rigging techniques and equipment will be explained and demonstrated by instructors.

Course Key Topics:

• Job Safety Analysis, Emergency Planning, & PPE
• Pre-Work Tree Inspection & Green Log Weight
• Minimum Breaking Strength, Working Loads, & Safety Factors
• Rigging & Material Handling Equipment Selection, Design, & Safety Features
• Rigging Loads, Physics, Vectors, & Forces
• Rigging Load Transfer Anchor Selection
• Rigging Lifting & Lowering and Load Transfer Systems

All courses are aligned with OSHA regulations as well as identified national consensus standards such as the ANSI. Seminars are demonstration only. For hands-on opportunities, please inquire with NATS.