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Work undertaken by inappropriately qualified contractors could result in major damage to your or your neighbour’s property or in injury to people and may leave you liable for any costs associated with this. WorkCover NSW recommends that for tree work carried out on the ground a minimum of one person holds the qualification of Certificate II in Horticulture (Arboriculture). All tree climbing work should be carried out by a person who holds a minimum Certificate II in Horticulture (Arboriculture) or be undertaking a course to obtain this qualification. All tree climbing work should be directly supervised by a person with a minimum qualification of Certificate III in Horticulture (Arboriculture). These qualifications are consistent with the requirements of the Australian Standard AS4373: 2007 Pruning Amenity Trees. Whilst WorkCover NSW does not recommend specific contractors, the National Arborists Association of Australia (www.naaa.net.au) that may be able to assist you in making an informed choice. |
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