2 Day Program
Introduction to Arboricultural Rigging
Designed for apprentice arborists, tree workers, and groundworkers. This 2-day program focuses on safe working techniques and the components of a successful rigging plan. Introduction to Arboricultural Rigging is perfect for anyone who is beginning to dismantle trees with ropes on a regular basis or would like to know more as an occasional practitioner. Groundworker staff also benefit from this introductory program that focuses on traditional rigging techniques and friction management.
Topics Include:
• Worksite and tree hazard assessment
• Rigging equipment selection and inspection
• Safe Working load limits and factors of safety
• Creating or selecting appropriate anchor points
• Calculating and minimizing shock load
• Cutting selection and sequence
• Friction management and lowering
• Forces, angles, and resultant vectors
• This program focuses on Negative or ‘Butt Hitch’ and tip tie rigging techniques
Recommended Prerequisites for this program may include:
Introduction to Arboricultural Climbing
Introduction to Chainsaw Operation