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*Terms & conditions available upon request. NEWS CONTENTS 04 AGENDA How will the new ‘Trailblazer’ apprenticeships standards impact SEPTEMBER 2017 • VOLUME 4 • ISSUE 9 the arboriculture industry? 06 NEWS A roundup of industry news 11 HILLIER TREES WORKSHOP Attending the nursery’s planting workshop WELCOME 12 HUSQVARNA LAUNCH We head to Switzerland to report on the launch of the 572XP chainsaw elcome to the September issue of everything from the necessary ground preparation W Pro Arb. The team has been busy to the aftercare that should be provided to keep FEATURES this month heading out to a number the trees healthy, can be found on pages 18-19. of events including a tree planting workshop at I’d also like to thank our contributors for their 15 AN INTERVIEW WITH Hillier Trees and the Forstmesse show in Lucerne, continued support of Pro Arb and for once again

Ben Hayford, B Hayford Tree Specialists Switzerland where Husqvarna launched the 572XP providing us with some great reading material. 18 GROUND PREPARATION chainsaw. In this issue, we bring you reports with This issue, Paul George discusses chainsaw Glendale Civic Trees shares its tree the latest news from these events. safety, Jonathan Hazell writes about common planting tips This month we were invited along by Ben misconceptions among his clients, and Glynn 21 PROJECT: MAGGIE’S CENTRE Hayford to view some of the incredible sculptures Percival from Bartlett Tree Experts explains he creates out of the trees he has been working everything we need to know about bacterial A stunning tree-planting project at the on during his role as a tree surgeon. Ben has bleeding canker. Royal Oldham Hospital appeared on the TV show ‘Love Your Garden’ We hope that you enjoy the read and 24 OPINION so we took the opportunity to ask him about the have a great month. Rob McBride harnesses the power of paint importance of showing arborists on TV to increase UPIFMQQSPUFDU4IFGmFMETTUSFFUUSFFT the public’s awareness of their role, and whether he would like to see more of it. 25 TOP TEN TIPS With the start of the UK tree planting season

Advice on coppicing on the horizon we heard from Glendale Civic JOE BETTS 26 CHAINSAW SAFETY Trees who have provided us with a useful guide Ensure that you’re complying with best as to how trees should be planted with their long practice when using a chainsaw term survival in mind. The guide, which explains

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AGENDA HOW WILL THE NEW ‘TRAILBLAZER’ APPRENTICESHIPS STANDARDS IMPACT THE ARBORICULTURE INDUSTRY?

ANNE MORGAN work for examinations and tests. I don’t think It is really nice to have a standard that so many company owners are going to be very happy people are excited by. Managing director, to take someone on, knowing that they are It is great news for the arboriculture industry DART Training going to lose them for so much time. that these standards have come so early in The problem with the standards is that the process as there are a lot of industries in a “The providers of the the providers of the apprenticeships were catch-22 at the moment, where they have no new apprenticeships were not not allowed to get involved with any of Z[HUKHYKZI\[[OLVSKVULZHYLUV[Ä[MVYW\YWVZL allowed to get involved with the consultations – it has all been the big By creating these standards now, it means that any of the consultations” institutes such as the Forestry Commission. the industry avoids a situation like that. I think they have come up with a wish list What is particularly interesting is that in creating The impact that these new standards are of everything they would like to see in the the standards, the team worked with a number going to have is huge, as it means that any standards and just put it all down, whether it of other industries such as forestry. Although new apprentices that we take on are going makes logical sense or not. they have their own separate standards, working [VOH]L[VILMHYTVYLX\HSPÄLK

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skills and learning on the job, whereas this to change the way apprenticeships are run. seems to be aimed at those who are more What makes this unique is that it is employer- academically minded. A lot of people join led, so it is properly tailored to what employers this industry because they want to get away need and want. There is a real skills shortage from that – they want to work hard outside, at the moment in the sector, which we hope doing something they enjoy. For those people, these changes will reduce. It is essential that [OLL_HTZHUK[OLZJPLU[PÄJRUV^SLKNLPZ the people who are looking to be employed \UULJLZZHY`HUKP[^PSSW\[HSV[VM[OLTVќ0 HYLX\HSPÄLK[VKV[OLYLX\PYLK[HZRZ;OPZ^PSS can already see this happening – with the old encourage people to join the industry and get course, I was looking after 40 apprentices, their tickets. whereas with this new one, colleges are WYLKPJ[PUN[OL`^PSSVUS`OH]LHYV\UKLHJO STEVE FOWKES What is good about the new standards is that there is a lot of funding for it due to the Forestry Commission, and U\TILYVM[PJRL[ZP[VќLYZ)\[[OLHK]HUJLK Institute of Chartered SL]LSTLHUZ[OH[^LJHU»[[HRLQ\Z[HU`VULVU¶ Foresters associate member ^LUV^OH]L[VHJ[P]LS`ZLHYJOMVYWLVWSL^OV ^PSSOH]L[OLJHWHIPSP[`[VJVTWSL[LP[HUK[OL` are few and far between. “This will bring a new generation of skilled forest NEIL HUCK workers into the workforce”

National group training ;OLUL^-VYLZ[6WLYH[P]LHWWYLU[PJLZOPW manager, Ground Control Z[HUKHYK[OLÄYZ[MVYMVYLZ[Y`JYLH[LK\UKLY the ‘Trailblazer’ programme, will bring a new “It is employer-led, so it is NLULYH[PVUVMZRPSSLKHUKTV[P]H[LKMVYLZ[ properly tailored to what workers into the workforce. As an industry, employers need and want” ^L»]LJVTL[VNL[OLY[VJYLH[LHZ[HUKHYK [OH[^PSSZ[HY[[VKLSP]LY[OLRPUKVMZRPSSZ I was chairman of the Trailblazer sub-group for RUV^SLKNLHUKILOH]PV\YZ[OH[^LULLK Horticulture and Landscape, but we worked HUK^LUV^OH]L[OLVWWVY[\UP[`\UKLY Does current UK law closely with the rest of the industries to create º;YHPSISHaLY»[VSVVRH[KL]LSVWPUNV[OLY Next month: provide ancient woodland and veteran these standards. The new Trailblazer standard OPNOLYSL]LSZ[HUKHYKZ[OH[^PSSOLSWHKKYLZZ WUHHVZLWKVXτFLHQWSURWHFWLRQ" PZJVTWSL[LS`KPќLYLU[MYVTWYL]PV\ZH[[LTW[Z skills needs throughout the sector.

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LONG SERVING TREES FOR LIFE VOLUNTEER HANDED AWARD NEW DIRECTOR APPOINTMENTS Fay Blackburn, the longest and preserve these beautiful AT SCOTTISH serving volunteer at Trees for landscapes for future generations.” WOODLANDS LTD Life, has been given a ‘Points of Fay has directly facilitated the Light’ award, which recognises planting of around 180,000 trees, outstanding individual helping to rebuild tree populations Scottish Woodlands Ltd has volunteers. In a personal letter, in Scotland and preserve the announced the appointment of Prime Minister Theresa May landscape for future generations. two new directors. Ian Robinson said: “Your dedication to ‘Trees “I’m quite taken aback that our volunteers,” said Fay. “You’re and Craig Nimmo have been for Life’ means that you have voluntary work has been noticed, never too old to volunteer – I’m appointed to the forestry had a huge impact on the forests but I think it’s brilliant, as it makes a 75 next month and regularly management company’s board of Scotland. Your work is helping O\NLKPќLYLUJL[V[OLVYNHUPZH[PVU volunteer with an 81-year-old!” of directors, which serves clients to rebuild tree populations – we really couldn’t survive without treesforlife.org.uk MYVTHUL[^VYRVMVѝJLZ located throughout the country.

A3 PLANS COULD HAVE NEGATIVE IMPACT ON WOODLAND

Concerns raised by RHS Wisley “The proposed expansion of protection for ancient woods, over plans to widen the A3 in the A3 is stuck between a rock trees and other habitats, but Surrey could also impact on and a hard place, with both until then we will continue to see Ian, who has worked for the ancient woodland that sits on suggestions likely to have a huge cases where the environment is company for 30 years, becomes the opposite side of the dual environmental impact,” said a secondary concern.” operational director. He has carriageway, according to the the Woodland Trust’s director The charity will be writing to extensive forestry management Woodland Trust. of conservation Austin Brady. Highways England about the A3 experience, having worked in The Grade II listed gardens “We are lobbying for stronger proposals and has contributed southern Scotland, northern would see the loss of at least to a joint report from 17 England and Wales. Craig has 500 individual trees if the road is environmental groups, revealed been with the company since expanded to the west, but to the next week ahead of Highways 1994, and becomes director of east sits irreplaceable ancient England publishing its second utilities and landscaping. woodland, which is one of the Road Investment Strategy. www.scottish UK’s rarest habitats. www.woodlandtrust.org.uk woodlands.co.uk

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GRISTWOOD AND TOMS LANDS ACQUISITION OF FOREMOST TREESURGEONS

Gristwood and Toms has to work within the business. local service, backed with announced the acquisition of Clients span the local national resources.” Hampshire-based arboricultural authority, corporate, housing “Gristwood and Toms is an specialist and fencing contractor development and utility sectors L_JLSSLU[Ä[MVYT`I\ZPULZZ Foremost Treesurgeons. The and include Hampshire County and people that work within it,” deal will add £3m in annual Council, Scottish and Southern said Michael. “This transaction sales across amenity and utility Energy, Skanska, Amey and colleagues to the Gristwood and will enable Foremost to arboriculture and vegetation Bewley Homes. Toms family,” said Darren Kilby, ILULÄ[MYVTLZ[HISPZOLK management, in addition to land The purchase was head of sales and marketing systems, IT infrastructure and clearance and fencing services. completed for an undisclosed at Gristwood and Toms. “Our the professional resources Foremost employs around sum. “This acquisition is aim is to continue to grow both and expertise that a large Z[HќHUKP[ZKPYLJ[VY fantastic news and we are organically and by acquisition to organisation can provide.” 4PJOHLS1LќLYPLZ^PSSJVU[PU\L delighted to welcome new consolidate our comprehensive gristwoodandtoms.co.uk

BHT MEETS INCREASED DEMAND SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED FOR NATIONAL FOR TREE PROTECTION TREE OFFICERS CONFERENCE

Nestled in the Lincolnshire warehouse will add to the other This autumn, 12 arboricultural countryside, in the heart of rural mezzanine added last year. and urban forestry experts England, British Hardwood This means covered storage from across the UK will Parker, chair of London Tree Tree Nursery Ltd (BHT) is well capacity will soon be over address the country’s only 6ѝJLYZ(ZZVJPH[PVU3;6( prepared and well positioned 21,000ft². national dedicated conference HUKWYVMLZZPVUHSZMYVTKPќLYLU[ for the forthcoming bare root MVY[YLLVѝJLYZ-VSSV^PUN councils and roles. season – and is ready to expand the successful launch of the The speakers will explore yet further. PUH\N\YHS5H[PVUHS;YLL6ѝJLYZ planning best practice and )/;PZHSYLHK`ILULÄ[[PUN Conference (NTOC) in 2016, the innovation, in-house vs from recent site investment in second NTOC will take place outsourced services, innovation 2016, increasing its capacity for on Wednesday 8 November and research, and i-Tree. plant protection and planting 2017, at the Oakengates The event is hosted by accessories with a new shed Theatre in Telford. the Institute of Chartered and an extra mezzanine level. This further investment This event will welcome a Foresters (ICF) in partnership Riding on the success of this commitment comes with the wide range of professionals ^P[O[OL3VUKVU;YLL6ѝJLYZ expansion, the company has larger planting contracts poised working within local authority Association (LTOA), and now committed to a further for the bare root season. BHT arboriculture. The speakers [OL4\UPJPWHS;YLL6ѝJLYZ mezzanine level in another shed. has taken its latest deliveries of have been carefully selected Association (MTOA). Tickets In total, this means Tubex plant protection, shelters, to ensure it delivers the can be reserved at www. capacity will now span stakes, ties and planting best research, practice and charteredforesters.org/ HJYVZZÄ]L^HYLOV\ZLZ;OL accessories. innovation. The programme will event/tree-offi cers- UL^TLaaHUPULÅVVYPUVUL www.britishhardwood.co.uk feature speakers such as John conference-2017

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EXPERTS AT THE FORESTRY COMMISSION ARE PREDICTING LONGER AUTUMN COLOUR

A dry spring followed by a helped trees to catch up, and rains and winds being kept at bay Andrew Smith, director at soggy summer could mean an should result in a stunning display during October. Westonbirt Arboretum. “The extended autumn display, say that is slightly later than normal. “This spring was very dry, wet summer is just what they experts at Forestry Commission The length of the amazing resulting in thirsty trees and needed and will hopefully help England. Trees need a healthy autumn display relies on heavy slower sugar production,” said them turn things around to give balance of sunlight and rain to us a superb display. It’s a tricky produce the sugars that create task predicting when autumn the colour in their leaves. will be at its best. Judging by 4L[6ѝJLKH[HZOV^Z^L the weather so far, we could experienced a warm and dry expect a later autumn, though spring, which will have slowed you will enjoy it if you’re out and down trees’ sugar production. about mid to late October.” However, the wet summer www.forestry.gov.uk

TOBROCO-GIANT SETS UP UK HEAD ARCHITECT SUGGESTS USING TREES OFFICE TO MEET INCREASED DEMAND FOR ANTI-TERROR PROTECTION

Tobroco-Giant, manufacturer Owner Toine Brock is Italian architect Stefano Boeri of telescopic wheeled loaders, excited to see the growth in has said that European cities telehandlers and skid steers, the UK market. “In the UK, should include trees with bulky has had a presence in the UK there is still a niche market for planters to prevent vehicles for some time; due to increasing compact equipment,” he said. from targeting pedestrians. demand, it has decided to set “More owners buy compact Boeri, known for his plant- (modular concrete barrier), but \WH<2OLHKVѝJL wheel loaders because of their and tree-covered buildings, it can host a tree – a living being ;VIYVJV.PHU[VќLYZH extreme versatility, operator made the statement in [OH[VќLYZZOHKLHIZVYIZK\Z[ range of 16 compact loaders, friendliness and ease of use. response to string of vehicle- pollutants and CO2, produces telehandlers and skid steers We have started Tobroco-Giant led terror attacks in Barcelona, oxygen, and homes birds.” that can be transported on a UK because it is important to Nice, Berlin, London and other The architect believes that trailer, as well as 100 attachment be close to customers, so that locations in the last 18 months. planting would integrate better options that give customers the you can provide local support ¸>LJHUUV[HќVYK[VZLL[OL with picturesque plazas, ability to use one machine for and professional service. Stock, thousands of public spaces monuments and architecture. multiple jobs. spare parts and quick response present in European cities “We must not give terrorists is a must in these times.” transformed into war check- the satisfaction of allowing With 14 dealer networks points, knowing that only one them to ruin the extraordinary established, the company is percentage of these thousands historic and cultural heritage actively searching for more of squares will really be hit by of our urban collective places,” dealers to expand the brand terrorist attacks,” Boeri said. he said. further into the UK market. “A big pot full of soil has the www.stefanoboeri www.tobroco-giant.uk same resistance as a Jersey architetti.net

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PRO ARB ATTENDED A TREE PLANTING WORKSHOP HOSTED HILLIER BY HILLIER TREES AT ITS FIELD-GROWN NURSERY IN HAMPSHIRE TREES

ttended by industry leaders from across A the country, the event began with ‘New Horizon’ and 16-year-old an introduction from Jim Hillier, hornbeam hedges that had been account manager at Hillier Trees, shaped into archways. and Phil Hall, nursery manager Several presentations from H[/PSSPLY»Z(UKSLYZ(ZOÄLSK[YLL industry specialists were nursery site in Hampshire. Providing staggered throughout the exclusive insight into the 700 acres day. First to demonstrate was that Hillier Trees have in production Sorbus International, a company ¶PUJS\KPUNZVTLRÄLSKNYV^U well known for its expertise trees and 30k container trees – Jim in providing the very best explained how the nursery supplies equipment for the evaluation a large variety of professionals, from and assessment of decay in contractors to local authorities and trees. Using an established tree, landscape architects to garden Sorbus demonstrated two of its designers and developers. bestselling products: the Picus Phil covered the key stages in 3 Sonic Tomograph, a non- the production and establishment invasive detection device used of newly planted trees, including for measuring decay in trees, and budding, formative pruning, the IML Resi-PD microdrill, which rootballing and – vitally – digitally presents the wood’s transplanting, revealing the day- quality by measuring the drill’s manufacturer Gripple provided us establishment, gave a valuable to-day craftsmanship that goes needle resistance. ^P[OHÄLSKKLTVUZ[YH[PVUVU[OL seminar on 21st century tree into supplying the highest quality Next, GreenBlue Urban correct installation of its systems, planting, including information British-grown trees. The day then demonstrated the latest in urban which ensure that planted trees MYVT[OL4\UPJPWHS;YLL6ѝJLYZ» progressed into a tour of Hillier’s tree planting methodology, and rootballed trees are kept Association (MTOA). ÄLSKNYV^U[YLLU\YZLY`(]HYPL[` including products RootSpace ZLJ\YLHUKZHMLMYVT[OLLќLJ[ZVM The event concluded with of trees were showcased, including HUK(YIVYÅV^^P[OWHY[PJPWH[PVU the elements. Hillier amenity director Hossein limes such as the Tilia tomentosa encouraged. Following this, -PUHSS`HUKMVY[OLÄYZ[[PTL Arshardi highlighting the ‘Brabant’, elm trees such as Ulmus tree anchor and guying system in the UK, a demonstration of importance of biosecurity, using Treepans was held, with Russell the increasing threat of Xylella /VYZL`YL]LHSPUN[OLILULÄ[ZVM fastidiosa as an example. the environmentally friendly and As a result of the success of LѝJPLU[ZVS\[PVUMVYWYV[LJ[PUNHUK this workshop, organised by watering newly planted trees. As Hillier account manager Jamie the tour of the nursery concluded, Gormley, Hiller intends to host Ian McDermott, a specialist more open days and events in consultant with extensive the future. experience in tree planting and www.hillier.co.uk/trees

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PRO ARB TOOK A TRIP TO LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND TO VISIT THE FORSTMESSE SHOW AND ATTEND THE LAUNCH EVENT FOR THE NEW HUSQVARNA 572XP CHAINSAW

et in the picturesque city UK Loggers chairman Andy employed new technical solutions “What surprised me most was of Lucerne, Forstmesse Campbell, and Tim Bendle, who that include sensor-based data the scale of the challenges that S is a forestry and has over 30 years’ experience collection and digital prototyping, face a logger and his chainsaw arboriculture show set working as a professional which enables highly accurate on a day to day basis, in extreme against the picturesque backdrop contractor in the forestry and stress analysis to optimise of the Swiss mountains and arboriculture industry. chainsaw design. forests. The show took place over ;OLº/»[LHTZOV^LKVќ[OL “Since Husqvarna started four days, and it was was here that chainsaw by felling and limbing a chainsaw production almost 60 Husqvarna chose to launch its long couple of the trees years ago, we H^HP[LK?7JOHPUZH^[HRPUNH in the forest – not have been focused group of journalists – including Pro only showcasing on constantly Arb – into the forest to showcase the chainsaw improving the product with demonstrations but also sharing chainsaw and hands-on practice. their knowledge performance The chainsaw was demonstrated of climbing and the user conditions,” he said, when quizzed by members of the Husqvarna ‘H’ techniques with experience,” say H[[OL?7SH\UJO¸:VMHY[OL team, including multiple-time world their audience. Pavel Hajman, chainsaw has been reliable for tree climbing champion Jo Hedger, The next- president of Z\YL![OLTHUVL\]YHIPSP[`VќLYLK generation the Husqvarna by the the power-to-weight ratio chainsaw is division. “We are has increased productivity, and built on a new platform, which JVUÄKLU[[OH[[OLUL^?7 0HTJVUÄKLU[PU[OLK\YHIPSP[`VM is set to be the new foundation will show that Husqvarna is an the product.” for professional chainsaws, innovation leader in the world ;OL/\ZX]HYUH?7^PSS going forward. The chainsaws of chainsaws, with a strong be sold by Husqvarna’s global are manufactured on the same commitment to sustainability” network of servicing dealers, grounds in Sweden where The chainsaw has been tested starting with Austria, Poland and Husqvarna’s chainsaw history across the world in the US, :^P[aLYSHUKPU6J[VILY;OL began in 1959. Canada, Russia, Australia, South chainsaw will then be available in The development of the new Africa, and Switzerland, with [OL<2PU[OLZWYPUNVM ;OL WSH[MVYTOHZILULÄ[LKMYVT Andy Campbell documenting YLJVTTLUKLKWYPJLMVY[OL?7 digitalisation, as Husqvarna has the testing in all of these places. is £1,090.

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Group that I was going to do it, and asking them whether they would have any work for me if I did. I knew all the managers, so I had the contacts. That did make things easier than it would have been. Once you’ve done some work and shown that you are reliable, you win more business as people recommend you – it was a great way to get started.

You do the sculpting as well – what inspired you to start doing that? Ever since I started, I have always made things such as mushrooms and chairs. One day when I was working in my last job, a customer said to me that they were taking a silver birch out and wanted to turn the stump into a bear. I said that I would be happy to give it a go, and it ended up looking really good. After that I had nothing to do with sculpting for a couple of years, I just concentrated on the business – doing the tree work, getting KVTLZ[PJZ[\ќI\PSKPUNHIP[VMHMV\UKH[PVU^P[O my commercial clients – and I am at the stage now where I can step back and do a bit of sculpting on the side. It is working really well – I have now bought myself a carving saw and seem to have a bit of an eye for it.

Have you always been good at art? I have always been good at drawing cartoons. I am not so great at drawing real life objects, especially animals, which is funny as most of the carvings I do tend to be animals! “It’s great to You were on ITV’s Love Your Garden – how did see so many that opportunity come about?

people taking A customer was really happy with the work that we

an interest in had done and told me that she used to go to school the work that with the producer of the show. They had been let “ KV^UI`H[YLLZ\YNLVUHUKZOLVќLYLK[VW\[V\Y I am creating name forward to help out. Love Your Garden then got in contact with us and we went on the show in Nottingham; it all went really well and we got a second show in Hampshire, and we have just done another one in Southampton. It’s really good, it gets our name out and sets us apart from everyone else.

Have you found that you have had increased interest in the business since then? A couple of people have asked for my autograph while we have been out on jobs! It has helped us to

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get some recognition – people say that they saw us on TV and thought they would give us a call. On the last show in Southampton I went to take “Once you’ve done H[YLLKV^UHUKHSS[OL`LUKLK\WÄSTPUN^HZ[^V some work and seconds of me eating an ice cream – everyone said shown that you to me, we saw you eating the ice cream but not are reliable, you taking the tree down. It made us laugh anyway. win more business

Do you think that arboriculture should be as people shown on TV more often? recommend“ you I do – I have always said that there should be a British version of the American TV series Ax Men. I think that would be brilliant. They don’t have any training over there – if you can use a saw then you use it – whereas here in Britain the training is some of the best in the world. I think a programme over here that highlights that would be absolutely fantastic.

Do you think that the public’s awareness of the role of arborists needs to be improved? 0[PZHKPѝJ\S[VULI\[0OH]L[VZH`[OH[^OLU^LNV Zag and it’s like you’re not even climbing. There are to domestic jobs, nine times out of 10 the customer so many easier techniques now, which is a really has already had a go themselves with a chainsaw good thing. that they’ve bought from their local hardware store. We are in the same category as plumbers in that What is your team like here? `V\JHU»[Q\Z[NL[HU`VULVќ[OLZ[YLL[P[OHZ[VIL I have got three people who work for me: a groundie, a trained professional – but a lot of people don’t another climber and an apprentice. understand that when it comes to tree work. I do think something could be done to improve that, What is the next step for you? and I think putting more arboriculture on TV would I am working towards getting my accreditations so certainly help. that I am able to get bigger contracts. I want to work on some more carvings and I’ve picked up some If you could change one thing about the industry, great contracts through the TV show – I really want what would it be? [OH[[V[HRLVќHZ^LSS0RUV^WLVWSL^OVOH]LNVUL I like the idea of grapple hooks! I am a good climber abroad and done carvings, that would be a really – I have always been pretty quick – but as I get nice thing to achieve. older it would be so nice to be able to just shoot a grapple hook up a tree and get up there, that would Do you get a lot of interest from passers-by who be perfect! Other than that, there is not too much see your carving work? that I would like to change. We have the single rope We do get quite a lot. At the moment we are turning [LJOUPX\LZVP[PZWYVNYLZZPUN>OLU0ÄYZ[Z[HY[LKH[ H[YLLPU[VHNPYHќL^OPJOPZI`MHYT`IPNNLZ[WPLJL BTS I was climbing for three years on a Blake’s hitch, of work so far, and people come over and ask and that is seriously hard work. questions about it. The people who live and work You look at all the older guys I used to work with across the road have been coming over and taking and they were all really good climbers, they really pictures of it, and the local parish council want to knew what they were doing, but they all climbed on do a piece about it – it’s all great coverage and Blake’s hitches at the time and their bodies are shot exposure. It’s great to see so many people taking an to pieces because of that. I have switched to a Zig interest in the work that I am creating.

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GROUND PREPARATION

WITH THE REGULAR TREE PLANTING SEASON IN THE UK ABOUT TO GET UNDERWAY, DERIC NEWMAN AND MARC GREENAWAY, SALES 1 MANAGER AND OPERATIONS MANAGER AT GLENDALE CIVIC TREES RESPECTIVELY, PUT THEIR HEADS TOGETHER TO PROVIDE PRO ARB WITH A HANDY GUIDE ON HOW TO MAINTAIN TREES RIGHT FROM THE START

Lay the groundwork Before commencing work, we recommend carrying out a site survey to highlight anything that will impede excavation. Look out for issues with hardstanding, drainage, furniture and changes in gradient. Think of the space that the tree occupies above ground, at ground level, and below ground, 2 and give it as much space as possible in each zone. The survey should also look for any services, both above and below ground. Below-ground services can cause challenges when excavating 4 the tree pit, while overhead services can block the movement of planting equipment such as cranes. If the tree pit is to be surrounded by a rootbarrier Also, don’t forget to consider soil type and drainage then the pit must be as large as possible, as you are characteristics before you excavate a new tree pit. creating a ‘container’ for the tree to sit in. Consider Trees don’t like being in water, so drainage away putting a rootbarrier around any services that may be from the tree pit is a major consideration. HќLJ[LKYH[OLY[OHUSPTP[PUN[OLZWHJL[OL[YLLOHZ[V The next step is excavation. Maximising the tree grow in. It’s also worth considering whether adjacent pit’s width is more critical than worrying about going tree pits can be joined to create a subterranean ‘green any deeper than the rootball; trees require plenty growth corridor’, where the roots can develop. of lateral space to allow their roots to spread. Pits The planted depth of the rootball is also critical should have square sides, rather than round, as this – a tree planted too deep will almost certainly fail PZTVYLLќLJ[P]LH[LUJV\YHNPUN[OLYVV[Z[VL_[LUK to establish. Ideally, the top of the rootball should resulting in a healthier and more stable tree. Unless ILSL]LS^P[O[OLZ\YYV\UKPUNÄUPZOLKZVPSSL]LSI\[ the ground is overly compacted, there is no need to it is acceptable to plant the tree high to allow for dig deeper than the depth of the rootball, and even ZL[[SLTLU[;OLYLJHUILHWVPU[VMJVUÅPJ[OLYL^OLU then it should only be a case of breaking up the base using grilles over the top of the rootball. The key is to of the pit. There is nothing to be gained from putting have air reaching the surface of the rootball, so if it 3 a depth of topsoil underneath the rootball. needs to be covered, we would recommend using a

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large grade material through which air and water can pass. A thin (maximum 25mm) layer of soil can be placed onto the rootball, although a mulch is better, to stop it drying out. On no occasion should additional soil be added around the stem of the tree. In their natural habitat, trees grow in open ground, with nothing over the surface of their roots – even a covering of grass is not entirely natural. Wherever possible, we would recommend leaving open ground, covered with mulch, over the rootball. 6

Safe and secure All newly planted trees should be supported using a suitable guying method, to secure the tree while its roots develop. The method can vary based on the tree’s morphology. Rootballed trees up to 50cm Think long term girth or six metres tall can usually be guyed using an Where possible, plant trees during their dormant underground anchoring system such as deadman, period – typically between mid-October and March, plinth or ground anchors. For larger trees and smaller although this varies from species to species. If this evergreens, we would generally recommend an isn’t possible, then the trees will ideally have been overhead system, with three or four-point anchoring growing in a container for at least a year before ^PYLZÄ_LK[V[OL[YLLZ[LTH[HZ\P[HISLOLPNO[:P[L planting. Even then, it is best practice to avoid conditions, particularly wind exposure, will have a [YHUZWSHU[PUNK\YPUNHNYV^[OÅ\ZO¶HZW\Y[VM bearing on the system adopted. growth that typically occurs in spring. Bare-root trees, which do not have any substance 7VZ[WSHU[PUNTHPU[LUHUJLZWLJPÄJHSS`^H[LYPUN to support underground anchors, should be is vital. The key is to ensure that the ground around 7 supported using a staking system – single stake, the roots stays moist – trees don’t need water double stake and rubber ties, or double stake and passing their roots, they draw resources from cross bar, depending on the size. water held within the soil. This can be achieved by watering once a week, but for cost and logistic Aftercare purposes, we would recommend watering fortnightly Aftercare is the most important aspect of ensuring from the start of May to the end of September. a tree establishes, ideally including a three-year At each watering, drench the ground around the programme of regular watering, guying system [YLL[VIYPUN[OLZVPS[VULHYÄLSKJHWHJP[`"[OL[YLL adjustment, root control, pest management, ^PSSSP]LVќ[OH[TVPZ[\YL\U[PSP[PZ^H[LYLKHNHPU fertilisation and pruning (depending on the needs of Container-grown trees planted in summer often 8 the tree). We’d also advise checking the tree’s health come from a situation where they are being irrigated daily in the nursery. This is what the trees will expect 1 Adding maturity to a new development following planting, so they will require intensive with 150 new trees. THPU[LUHUJLPU[OLÄYZ[^LLRZHM[LYWSHU[PUN[VNL[ 2 Relocating a 100-year-old black º^LHULKVќ»[OPZMYLX\LUJ`VM^H[LYPUN¶[OL[YLL mulberry tree with the Newman Frame. 3 supplier will be able to advise further. Supply and plant of semi-mature trees for a development in Surrey. Over a three-year maintenance period, the aim 4 The Newman Frame, developed in order PZ[VYLTV]L[OL[YLL»ZKLWLUKLUJ`VUºHY[PÄJPHS» to move large trees economically. irrigation by reducing the frequency of visits each 5 Overhead guying system with four-point year, so that by the fourth year, the tree is self anchoring wires. 5 Z\ѝJPLU[HUKNL[Z[OLTVPZ[\YLP[ULLKZMYVT^OH[ 6 Lowering a semi-mature cherry tree to is naturally in the soil. It is worth bearing in mind the ground floor at the Tate Modern. 7 regularly to catch any issues quickly. Leaf wilting is that for trees in a hard landscaped environment, In 2006, Glendale Civic Trees installed 12 trees as part of an ambitious launch a sign that the tree needs more water, while yellow additional watering and feeding may be an ongoing event at the Tate Modern. leaves or sudden leaf drop are signs of overwatering. requirement, as limited moisture can penetrate the 8 Trees supplied and planted for a Both can be quickly remedied before it’s too late. ground due to paving placed around the tree. development of residential blocks

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ROB MCBRIDE REPORTS BACK ON A DAY SPENT FIGHTING TREE FELLING IN SHEFFIELD, IN THE COMPANY OF ARTIST DAN LLYWELYN HALL

itting on a sandstone The avenue of nearly 100 trees wall, looking over was planted in 1919 to honour S the shoulder of pupils from the school, and are internationally now providing the well known Images © @thetreehunter renowned artist Dan Llywelyn ILULÄ[Z[OH[[YLLZJVU[YPI\[L Hall as he begins his arboreal However, up to 23 of these Dan – who has painted portraits We will be returning on Saturday depiction of the WWI memorial monuments are still under threat of some of the last WW1 veterans 5V]LTILYMVY9LTLTIYHUJL trees, is such a privilege. The sun VMMLSSPUNI`:OLѝLSK*P[`*V\UJPS in Britain, including Harry Patch Day, to work alongside hundreds of PZÄS[LYPUN[OYV\NO[OLSHJ`SLH]LZ As we stand watching Dan before his death at 110 – they get a local school children and parents, of the plane tree that was planted produce his masterpiece, the feel for his passion on this subject. painting every tree in the street as a memorial to Ernest Beck, call goes out that a tree is going A local chartered architect arrives – visit our ‘Draw the Living War a 27-year-old soldier born when to be felled around the corner. with a long paper roll and begins Memorial’ event on Facebook for Queen Victoria was still sitting We rush to the location to see to unfurl it to show us. On this roll information on how to get involved. on the throne. Ernest, like many the chipper vans departing. The are extensive technical details Dan is also donating a painting to ILMVYLOPTOHKNVUL[VÄNO[MVY resident whose property the tree showing every tree on the avenue the Graves Art Gallery, and one to Queen and country and had paid oversailed had legally seen them and several low cost engineering :;(.:OLѝLSK;YLL(J[PVU.YV\WZ the highest price. The tree, which VќI`YLM\ZPUN[VSLH]LOPZNHYKLU ZVS\[PVUZ[V[OLVѝJPHSS`NP]LU ZV[OL`JHUH\J[PVUP[Vќ[VOLSW stands close to the memorial ;OLÄYZ[[YLL5V^HZ reasons for felling. These solutions fund the campaign. plaque embedded in the wall painted earlier this morning, with are accepted industry standards. Iit was a humbling experience of Westways School, has been Dan utilising the side of a nearby ;OLKVJ\TLU[OHZILLUVќLYLK[V [VILPU:OLѝLSK^P[O:;(. decorated by his family. telephone box to hang his canvas :**I\[UV[`L[[HRLU\W founder Dave Dillner and his upon. Kneeling, sitting, and then For me, this is another example resident friends, all working to save lying on the pavement, Dan moves of how brilliant the residents of :OLѝLSK»ZZ[YLL[[YLLZJHWL “numerous local the paintbrush across the canvas, :OLѝLSKHYLPUÄNO[PUN[VYL[HPU

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PAUL GEORGE, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF LANDMARK TRADING, TALKS US THROUGH BEST PRACTICE WHEN USING A CHAINSAW

hainsaws are vital tools in the forestry Employees also need to be trained how to assess the and landscaping industries. Arborists, conditions they work in. They have to assess the trees C gardeners, tree surgeons and even that they are working with and they need to be aware conservationists use them for felling of the requirements of the environment, as they may trees, clearing undergrowth and brush, cutting be working in remote areas or near public highways or ÄYL^VVKHUKJV\U[SLZZV[OLYW\YWVZLZ>VVKSHUK railways. Employees are likely to be working outside in owners and forestry workers would be lost without all sorts of weather conditions. They need to be aware them, but chainsaws can be dangerous and should VM[OLKPќLYLU[ZHML[`YLX\PYLTLU[ZMVYHSSVM[OLZL be treated with respect. In this guide, we’re going environments, and, of course, assess the impact of their [V[HRLHSVVRH[JOHPUZH^ZHML[`>L»SSILNPU^P[O work on surrounding people, animals and property. the number one prerequisite for anyone using a chainsaw, and that’s training. Chainsaw safety equipment A well maintained chainsaw is vital for safety, but there are other pieces of equipment that are also essential. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is crucial. A chainsaw helmet is required for all chainsaw users in HSSJPYJ\TZ[HUJLZ0M`V\HYLNVPUN[VIL^VYRPUNVќ the ground, you must wear a helmet with a chinstrap; HSE recommends a helmet with four-point chinstrap conforming to EN12492. Flying debris from chainsaw use, and other hazards such as branches, mean that your face and eyes need extra protection through use of a mesh visor, face shield or safety glasses. Chainsaw noise also necessitates the use of ear defenders for hearing protection; the higher Chainsaw training the SNR rating, the better the protection. You need training, as well as a certain level of Chainsaw gloves should be worn to protect the WO`ZPJHSÄ[ULZZ[V\ZLHJOHPUZH^WYVWLYS`¶HUK VWLYH[VY»ZOHUKZ¶TVZ[JOHPUZH^NSV]LZOH]L therefore safely. Employers should ensure that all protection to You “need employees are properly trained and supervised the back of the training, as I`L_WLYPLUJLKZ[Hќ^OLU\ZPUNHJOHPUZH^MVY left hand only, [OLÄYZ[[PTL well as a certain although there Training must cover safe use and maintenance of are some gloves level of physical

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fitness, to use and damage in the equipment, and know how to protection on a chainsaw clean and sharpen the chain. They need to know both hands. properly“ OV^[V^PLSK[OLZH^MVYKPќLYLU[W\YWVZLZ![YLL Chainsaw MLSSPUNYLX\PYLZHKPќLYLU[[LJOUPX\LHUKOHZKPќLYLU[ trousers should hazards to clearing undergrowth, for example. always be used,

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to protect the First aid legs and groin -PUHSS`H^VYKVUÄYZ[HPK(JJPKLU[ZJHUHUKKV from cuts. A fully happen, in spite of all precautions. You need to trained operator assess the risks of your work area and work plan, working on the and act accordingly. ground requires a @V\ZOV\SKOH]LHWLYZVUHSÄYZ[HPKRP[^P[O minimum of Type you at all times, containing at least a large wound A front protection dressing, plastic gloves and a Resusciade or similar trousers; trainees, KL]PJL4HRLZ\YL[OH[`V\OH]LH[YHPULKÄYZ[ less experienced aider on site and that you can get through to the VWLYH[VYZHUKWLYZVUZ^VYRPUNVќ[OLNYV\UK emergency services to call an ambulance if you should wear Type C trousers with front and back have to. protection. A chainsaw jacket is also advisable; It is highly recommended that any chainsaw “When felling a high-visibility, non-snag jacket will protect the user or team of operators carries Celox. Celox is a tree, you operator from cold, wet weather conditions and a haemostatic granule that is proven to rapidly need to be sure provide additional safety. control severe or life-threatening bleeding, and you are using For the full lowdown on safety equipment is available as a sachet of granules or a granule-

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acterial bleeding 1 2 canker, caused by the B bacterial pathogen Pseudomonas syringae pv. aesculi, has become a serious and widespread problem of horse chestnut trees (Aesculus hippocastanum L.) in the UK. Depending on tree health, cultural practices and weather conditions, damage can range from complete recovery to tree death. The disease is more severe on trees that are Z\ќLYPUNMYVTPUZLJ[H[[HJRHUK or environmental stress such as drought or waterlogging

Symptoms Bacterial bleeding canker of horse chestnut trees infects the phloem PEST & and cambium of the tree on the DISEASE trunk and branch junctions. The Bacterial bacterium causes necrotic lesions (Figure 1), which leak tree exudates that are orange in colour when fresh and turn a dark black colour bleeding when dried. If these cankers encircle the trunk of the tree, then the water supply to the crown will be disrupted and crown death canker will ensue. At the moment, it is not known how bacterial bleeding canker is spread. However, it is GLYNN PERCIVAL FROM BARTLETT TREE EXPERTS ADVISES ON thought that it could be linked HOW TO SPOT AND TREAT BACTERIAL BLEEDING CANKER to the water cycle, being spread by rain or snow. The majority of Causal agent understanding that, on occasion, appropriate soil nutrients. bacterial bleeding canker infections Bacterial bleeding canker is infected trees can recover and 3. Apply a suitable insecticide to are seen in spring and autumn. caused by a gram negative survive. Management strategies control insect pests, such as bacterium known as should therefore be aimed at horse chestnut leaf miner. Pseudomonas syringae pv. promoting tree vitality, i.e. treat 4. Apply organic matter, such as an “Depending on tree aesculi. Bacterial bleeding the patient, and not the disease. fresh wood mulch, to a 5-10cm health, cultural canker is generally found in the This can be achieved by: depth. Ideally mulches should be practices phloem, in main stems of trees 1. Inspecting for any external applied to one metre beyond the and weather and on branches, and it can also symptoms that could induce canopy drip line. conditions, persist in and on the foliage. stress in trees, i.e. new 5. Guard against over and under Throughout the UK, thousands building construction, and irrigation. Use soil moisture

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rooting out BUSINESS the truth

JONATHAN HAZELL REBUTS TWO COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS THAT HE FINDS ARE PREVALENT AMONG CLIENTS

ne of the most to allow the tree to thrive. At this common misplaced point, I’ve either won or lost. O beliefs I encounter Trying to explain the thinking is that roots aren’t behind the RPA, and the control [LYYPIS`PTWVY[HU[0VM[LUÄUK measures that reduce the risk of myself explaining to clients why harm to the soil structure, generally they will require protection during results in similar success. If I’ve a development – which often leads on to an explanation of the Root Protection Area (RPA) concept. “roots will I start by telling whoever will listen that tree roots serve two purposes, respond to and need to be alive to do so: positive stimuli they anchor the tree, and take up and grow

moisture and nutrients from the soil where the soil

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PRO ARB LOOKS AT HOW SURVEY EQUIPMENT HAS EVOLVED WITH THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY, AND HOW THIS HAS CREATED NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARBORISTS

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PRO ARB DELVES INTO THE TOOL KIT AT CHRISTOPHER HOARE TREE SERVICES IN HAMPSHIRE

CHIPPERS

We make use of some older Timberwolfs, though we only have a few left now as we’re moving completely over to Först. We’ve got about fi ve or six tracked chippers, 6in and 8in, then about eight tow-along chippers – two Timberwolf and the rest Först. We also have a tractor-mounted PTO chipper, again so that we have the right tool to hand for whatever scenario we fi nd ourselves in.We are generally more impressed with the Först products, though they are actually heavier machines, which is one reason we’ve still got the Timberwolfs.

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We have a large number of Ford Transit vans with chip boxes attached to the back, a 7.5T Iveco, two tractors with trailers, and timber trailers as well – so we can cope with any sized job. We have a large number of 4x4 vehicles with chip boxes on the back that we use for towing, and we also have a tracked dumper that can BLOWERS access pretty much anywhere. Some of the vehicles come with the chip boxes We use Stihls and have a couple of and others we buy new and have the chip hand-helds, but we tend to use the boxes made specially for them. backpacks because of the vibrations MULCHERS you get when holding them. When we have site clearances, we tend to make use of the large mulcher that can go on the back of one of the Valtras. Any rubbish that doesn’t get chipped is brought back here to be mulched and is used as compost for the gardens, and all the chip we bring back then goes on to a biomass power station.

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CLIMBING EQUIPMENT

All the guys have standard issue kit when they start here. If they want something more specifi c that goes over a set price, then they can pay and have the kit they want. Quite a few of the climbers like to have that specialist piece of kit, something a bit more fl ash.

PPE

All the helmets are Petzl climbing helmets with chipper spec ear defenders for extra protection. All the chainsaw trousers are the Stihl HIFLEX, and boots are personal preference. CHAINSAWS

All of our saws and hedge cutters are Stihl – the reliability is something you can’t beat, and we have no issues with them at all. We also have a Husqvarna 3120, which is one of the larger saws we use. If we do get any problems, we have our own fi tter here who does a few bits and pieces for us. For anything major, they will be sent to one of the local garden machinery places to be fi xed.

STUMP GRINDERS

At present, we have two: a tracked Jensen stump grinder and a small pedestrian Rayco stump grinder. We’ve had no problems with either of these products – and if we need anything else, then we can always hire in kit for bigger jobs.

WWW.PROARBMAGAZINE.COM Pro Arb | September 2017 39 ANCIENT TREE SPECIAL BRANCH Each month we feature an ancient British tree. This month the Ancient Tree Forum introduces us to... The Covenanter’s Oak, North Lanarkshire

The Covenanter’s Oak may be more than 800 years old. The tree is said to have been planted by a Scottish king, David I, as part of a royal hunting park. Its name is taken from a religious group from the 17th century known as the Covenanters, who had signed the National Covenant in 1638 in opposition to [OL:[\HY[2PUN»ZPU[LYMLYLUJLPU[OLHќHPYZVM[OL7YLZI`[LYPHU Church of Scotland. The group received permission from the Hamilton family to hold religious services under the tree, which many people attended despite this being punishable by death. The present canopy is relatively young, having developed following a dramatic crown reduction around 25 years ago. The pruning wounds resulting from the tree surgery work are quite large, some greater than 25cm in diameter, indicating that the canopy at the time of its reduction was broad and spreading. In August 2008, after heavy rain, one of the tree’s limbs split away, tearing a large wound in the main stem. The remaining four stems, which are evenly distributed, two to either side of the north-south split in the stem, were cable braced and propped. Their associated canopies have been reduced to minimise gravitational end loading and wind resistance. Following further gentle crown reduction in 2010, the tree is now approaching 12m high. The four stems all have features you would expect to see in an ancient tree, including cavities, cracks, splits, and large areas of decaying wood exposed through lost bark, as well as large, old pruning wounds. The tree continues to thrive, and it is hoped that – with regular care – it will live for many more years. Since the late Nineties, local people have also been looking after trees grown from acorns from the Covenanters Oak. In 2000, some of these were planted on the estate, and seven have grown into healthy young trees. The Ancient Tree Forum champions the biological, cultural and heritage value of Britain’s ancient and veteran trees, and provides advice on their value and management at www.ancienttreeforum.co.uk ©Ancient Tree Forum

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MEET THE SUPPLIER Dean Bowie CEO of GreenBlue Urban

DEAN BOWIE OF What are your bestselling JOHSSLUNLZPZÄN\YPUNV\[^OPJOPKLHZ GREENBLUE URBAN products? from the team are the best ones to TAKES US BEHIND Our tree pit irrigation range, the run with. To answer the question THE SCENES RootRain system, is very popular, though, new products that we’ve just as is our range of structural released include a new plate anchor Can you tell us a little bit about products for urban rooting zones, for our tree guying system, and a GreenBlue Urban? such as StrataCell and RootSpace. new modular root director called GreenBlue Urban is a company RootForm. Products to be launched with a passion for green and blue What kind of after sale support in the future? That would be telling! infrastructure – and urban trees! do you off er? Watch this space, though – it’s going We are now in our 25th year, with We have an excellent team, which How do you market the business? to be good… an upcoming celebratory event for gives a lot of design support. Very broadly – we don’t rely on any our key customers. The business :P[L]PZP[ZHYLHSZVVќLYLK^P[O one marketing method, but reach How do you ensure the quality of started by addressing the causes hands-on assistance for projects out to the widest audience we can, your products? of premature urban tree mortality. that involve special challenges. By through both traditional printed We are ISO 9001 registered, and From there, we moved to build a and large though, the products are media, attending events and, have a range of checks and systems system of urban tree products, self-explanatory and logical to use, increasingly, through social media. in place to ensure the customer gets now widely regarded as the best so we listen to customer needs and the level of quality they expect from available globally. supply aftercare as required. What are the key selling points of GreenBlue Urban. At the end of the your products? day, though, a well-motivated team All our products have been that cares about its company mission developed with contractor input, so is the best system you can have to key selling points have to be ease guarantee quality. of installation, and the fact that it is the most well-thought-out tree pit system available. Add to that the UK design and manufacture, competitive costs, and a great team www.greenblue.com responding to enquiries, and you [email protected] get a winning combination. @GreenBlueUrban

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ARBORISTS TRAINEE AND EXPERIENCED CLIMBERS GLENDALE CIVIC TREES ADVANCED TREE SERVICES Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Location: Dorking

Due to continued expansion, Glendale is looking for climbers to work from our Based in Surrey, Advanced Tree Services is a highly competitive and specialised depot in Sevenoaks, Kent. With the award of new contracts and framework tree surgery business operating throughout London and the home counties. agreements, the SE regional arboricultural management team has expanded to Due to expansion we are seeking to employ full time trainee and experienced meet the demand, bringing further knowledge, expertise and innovation to the climbers. Ideally you should hold the relevant NPTC or Lantra units (use of a company. You must have CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39 and a full, clean driving licence chainsaw in a tree and aerial rescue as a minimum). Driving licence and access to &)HIWMVEFPI '7')267;%½VWXEMHERH1);4UYEPM½GEXMSRWEVI your own transport are desirable but not essential. desirable. Glendale is looking to recruit staff who will bring enthusiasm, expertise and fresh ideas to the table and who are looking to further their arboricultural career. Applicants must be punctual and hardworking. Further training will be provided.

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CLIMBERS AND GROUNDSMEN CLIMBERS/ARBORISTS BARKLAND TREE SPECIALISTS JSA LANDSCAPE GROUP Location: Staines Location: South West/London

We are currently seeking climbers and groundsmen to join our team, covering We are currently seeking two experienced and enthusiastic tree climbers to all of London and surrounding areas. The successful applicant would operate NSMRSYVXIEQ%PSRK[MXLEIVMEPVIWGYIGIVXM½GEXIW'7QMRMQYQ from Staines, Middlesex, working in London and surrounding areas. Training will excellent communication, client liaison and leadership skills are a requirement be provided as necessary, as part of our continued professional development for this role. Full driving licence is also necessary. The role will involve program. All PPE equipment is provided. Applicants will be required to work performing all ground and climbing duties, pruning skills, identifying basic trees EQTQ1SRHE]*VMHE]EPXLSYKLXLIRIIHJSV¾I\MFMPMX]XSQIIXXLI and shrubs, demonstrating sound risk assessment skills, an understanding of needs of the business is vital. Overtime may be available. All applicants must have plant healthcare services and providing a high level of customer service. In NPTC units CS30, 31, 38 and 39, with a minimum of one year’s experience within return, we offer an excellent salary subject to experience, and the opportunity the industry preferred. Full driving licence preferred but not essential. to progress through our extensive training program.

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SITE OPERATIVE GENERAL MANAGER GREENFIELDS COUNTRYSIDE LTD GLENDALE CIVIC TREES Location: Leicestershire Location: Waltham Abbey

You will be involved in all aspects of forestry and landscaping maintenance, Activities will involve liaising with our clients and sales team, ensuring that MRGPYHMRKKVEWWWIIHMRKGYXXMRK[IIHMRKTVYRMRKXYV½RKTPERXMRKJIPPMRKWTVE]MRK resources are being used effectively, and maintaining high productivity levels. and fencing. You will be expected to carry out practical skilled maintenance and The role requires a strict regime of sales development and management of the new work operations to set standards and schedules, use petrol and diesel fuelled 'YWXSQIV6IPEXMSRWLMT1EREKIQIRXWSJX[EVIVITSVXMRK7EPIW5YEPM½IH0IEHW machinery such as strimmers, mowers, hedge cutters and chainsaws, and carryout (SQL) and a fully planned annual marketing strategy. The ideal candidate will be regular maintenance checks on vehicles and machinery. You must participate in IHYGEXIHXSHIKVIIPIZIPSVERIUYMZEPIRXPIZIPUYEPM½GEXMSRMHIEPP]MREPERH required training, have a mature attitude to safety procedures, be willing to work based study (e.g. Horticulture, Arboriculture or Construction Plant operations). outdoors in all weathers, have a responsible attitude towards clients, and be able You must have good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, high to be able to communicate well and work well both as part of a team and on your IRIVK]PIZIPWERHIRXLYWMEWQI\GIPPIRX½RERGMEPERHTPERRMRKWOMPPWERHELMKL own initiative. It would be an advantage if you held your CS30/31 and CSCS. degree of quality, health, safety and environmental competence.

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Joe Betts Features editor, the Pro Arb

Favourite species Favourite sandwich fi lling? little of tree? Cheese and beetroot. Quercus INTERVIEW robur – the Karaoke song of English oak. choice? Something that everyone would PRO ARB ASKS QUICK-FIRE If you had to work in a sing along to so my QUESTIONS TO LEARN MORE diff erent industry, what voice is drowned out – would you be doing? maybe some Oasis. ABOUT THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE I would be lost – I’ve wanted to UP OUR INDUSTRY... be a journalist since I was in Who would play you in a secondary school. fi lm of your life? Michael Cera. Best moment in your career thus far? Favourite sporting memory? Getting to meet so many My local non-league side Lewes great people in the industry FC winning the Conference at the Arb Show! South in 2007.

One piece of technology Top of your bucket list? you couldn’t live without? To visit every continent – I would struggle the most not doing well, with only without my laptop. two out of seven complete!

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