10001121Tree Crew Practicum 1
Course Information
Description
Implement beginning-level techniques used by arborists who work on tree crews. Perform ground-related activities with limited opportunities to work aloft; participate as a member of a working crew, gain introductory experience in tree pruning, rigging, hardware installation, electrical hazard awareness, ground work, and work site management. Build teamwork and communication skills. Prerequisites: 10001124, 10001173, 10001133.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
  1. Create safe work zones and sites (A4)
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Be aware of traffic safety and control practices (A7)
    Be aware of electrical hazards (A8)
    Interpret hot line markings (A9)
    Work in a manner to avoid damage to property and equipment (A15)

  2. Practice chain saw and related equipment maintenance (C1, C2)

  3. Tie various knots associated with tree work (E6)

  4. Perform work site set up, maintenance, and clean up duties (B9, B10, C4, F2, C3)

  5. Operate brush chipping and related equipment (B1, B5)

  6. Perform chain saw cutting tasks (B6)

  7. Apply pruning techniques appropriate for specific trees or shrubs (D6)

  8. Work as a team (J2)
    Criteria
    Work cooperatively to support common goals
    Contribute to team with ideas, suggestions, and effort
    Complete own share of tasks necessary to complete a project
    Empower team members by active listening and validating other’s contributions
    Maintain a high level of awareness of situational awareness when work is in progress (A7)

  9. Communicate with your crew (J6)
    Criteria
    Communicate work plans (J9)
    Follow directions (J3)
    Practice active listening skills
    Interpret and convey written work orders (J8)
    Speak so others can understand
    Communicate when appropriate
    Adapt messages to audience (client, vendor, contractor) (J1, J7)
    Adapt messages to environment and job
    Select most effective medium for conveying a message

This Outline is under development.