UA1 Utility Arb

UA1 Utility Arboriculture

This course is being re-written currently – more info will be available as soon as we have it.

Duration: 2 days training plus independent assessment.

Aimed at: Those working in utility arboriculture, forestry, arboriculture, agriculture, horticulture, woodland industries, local authorities, conservation, construction or land-based industries.

Course content:
Sector awareness
Risk assessment
General site arrangements and responsibilities
Electrical plant and apparatus identification
Different zone types
Ground clearance for overhead lines and associated equipment
Potential danger of overhead power lines and underground services
Electrical hazards and conductivity
Network operators’ safety rules and documents and compliance
Earthing
Tree categories and application of different working methods
Emergencies (live incident)