Tree risk assessment skills
Tree risk assessors are required to understand the principles of advanced diagnostic techniques for assessing tree risk.
Tree Risk Assessors
Descriptions & Duties
- Tree risk assessors carry out regular tree inspection and risk assessment to identify defects with standard procedure, and evaluate real (unacceptable) risks and considering mitigation measures in an efficient way.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Hazard and safety assessment technique
Tree risk assessors are required to carry out hazard and safety assessment on-site.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
university degree holder in related disciplines of arboriculture including agriculture, botany, forestry, horticulture, landscape architecture, landscape management, landscape science, plant science
Related Education & Training
Certificate
Work Environment
- Tree Risk assessors usually work outdoors or at parks performing physically demanding tasks. Sometimes they work irregular hours in potentially dangerous environments to ensure the proper care and removal of trees.
Tools
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Tree climbing tools