This five-week, 200-hour program, developed by leaders within the Utility arboriculture industry, offers trainees an opportunity to develop best practices, skills, and knowledge required for a career as an utility line clearance arborist. Training Outline: OSHA 10 instruction & certificate American Heart Association, Heartsaver First aid and CPR certificate Flagging instruction & certificate Communications Electrical Hazard Basics and Minimum approach distance Current ANSI Z133 Safety Standards Mobile Equipment operations Correct use of a chainsaw and felling procedures Worksite inspections and Hazard Identification Job site set-up Tree and Shrub identification Climbing basics Common knots used in tree care Pruning fundamentals Electrical Hardware Identification How an electrical grid functions Aerial lift basics Emergency Action Planning Fire prevention and response   Click here to see if there is an open enrollment class scheduled so you can enroll today! Click here to view a downloadable flyer: ULCAT Questions? Please contact us at 559.688.3130 or [email protected]

Pre-Inspector Level 1 Training was designed to educate participants to patrol power lines to ensure vegetation clearance in accordance with safety regulations. Through the two-weeks course, participants will cover a variety of topics such as: General safety Tree biology, growth rates, identification, and clearance Utility tree risk assessment and hazard tree assessment Contracts and customer communications Reporting electronic tools What does a UVM Pre-Inspector do? A utility vegetation management pre-inspector plays a crucial role in assessing and identifying potential risks related to vegetation near utility infrastructure. Here are some key points about their responsibilities: 1.      Early Detection and Proactive Management: Pre-inspectors thoroughly assess areas around utility lines to identify potential hazards posed by trees and other vegetation. By detecting risks early, they contribute to preventing service disruptions and enhancing safety. 2.     Surveying and Evaluation: They survey circuits and evaluate line clearance to ensure regulatory compliance. This involves assessing potentially hazardous trees that may impact or interfere with utility lines. 3.     Data-Driven Decision-Making: Pre-inspectors provide precise data and actionable insights to utility companies. This enables efficient prioritization and planning of vegetation management activities. 4.     Enhanced Safety: Their work enhances safety for utility workers and the public by reducing the potential for power outages due to vegetation-related issues. Click here to see a job description by the International Society of Arboriculture    Click here to see if there is an open enrollment class scheduled so you can enroll today! Downloadable Flyer: UVM Pre-inspector Questions? Please contact us at 559.688.3130 or [email protected]