ANSI A300 tree-care standards consolidated
ANSI A300 standards have long been regarded as the standard for US arbor-industry practices. The 10 standards, covering various aspects of tree care, have been consolidated into a single document.
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Soldiery, adventure riding and arboriculture
Soldiery, adventure riding and arboriculture all intersect for Cassian Humphreys as he shares some thoughts on catalysts for naturaculture (iCULTURE) and land care via vegetation management.
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AFPA to represent Australia’s forest products sector at COP28
AFPA (Australia’s Forest Products Association) will represent the interests of Australia’s forestry to fight climate change in Dubai over coming weeks as the world converges on the UAE for the Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP28) in the continued pursuit to find effective climate solutions.
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Fall restraints for employees in EWPs?
Fall restraints are a major factor in reducing fatalities and serious injuries in employees working with EWPs. Should employers provide fall restraints for workers? The Timber Trade Industrial Association (TTIA) keeps a close eye on legislation and guidelines in the forestry and arbor industries.
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Are you ready for extreme weather this summer?
Extreme weather can make tree work difficult and increase possible hazards. Make sure business is prepared for the increased risks that come with a warmer than average summer season.
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$300 million to support Australia’s forest industries
The Australian Government’s A Better Future for our Regions and A Future Grown in Australia policies establish the government’s commitment to Australia’s forest industries.
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QAA Aerial Rescue Workshops
QAA Aerial Rescue Workshops ensure arborists know how to perform an aerial rescue when an unconscious or injured person needs to be safely moved to the ground from a tree or elevated work platform.
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Towards Two billion trees
Towards Two Billion Trees is an ambitious 10-point plan for the next 10 years launched by WWF-Australia.
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Wollemi pines sent to UK
More than 170 young Wollemi pines grown by Botanic Gardens of Sydney were shipped from Australia and have been carefully looked after at Forestry England’s tree nursery at Bedgebury.
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Urban Forest Inquiry
The Environment, Resources and Development Committee of the South Australian Parliament has published an Interim Report for its Urban Forest inquiry containing 13 Recommendations for regulatory change to better acknowledge the value of trees, to provide better protection for existing trees and to support tree planting.
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