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Testimonials
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"Yesterday I attended the "Aboriculture Chainsaw Safety and Cutting Techniques in Chilliwack with the instructor Thor Clausen. I have worked for the Federal gov't for over 15 years, in that time I have taken over 50 courses ranging from administrative, technical operations, equipment use (i.e. Jet boats, ATVs, etc…). I don't think I have ever had a course that captured my attention like yesterdays chainsaw course did. Before I took this chainsaw course, I was expecting some boring logger to tell me how to cut a tree down using a 45 degree angle and maybe teach me how to sharpen the chain property, Little did I know. In addition to chainsaw safety and cutting techniques, I learned more about trees in 1/2 an hour with Thor, than I learned in a semester forestry class in college.
Thor should be commended with your organization. He was incredibly professional, entertaining, knowledgeable, and skilled. His presentation skills are excellent and the way he applies tree physiology, science, common sense, safety, and practicality to educate was excellent. Thank you for the course." |
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Barry Zunti
Fishery Officer/Field Supervisor
Department of Fisheries and Oceans
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"I have used the Arboriculture Canada Training program since it was first introduced. The knowledge and experience they bring from around the world and the programs they build from it are truly leading edge. Arboriculture Canada’s commitment to professionalism, safety and productivity improvements are certainly worth the investment." |
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Blair Veitch
Davey Tree, Vancouver, BC
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"When I was looking for the best possible training for my staff, I turned to Arboriculture Canada. Their courses are professionally organized, well presented, and provide us with top-notch training in the latest techniques. I have great respect for Arboriculture Canada and highly recommend them to anyone in the industry." |
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Chad Rigby
Alpine Precision Tree Services
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"I am regularly looking for educational programs to take part in, in an attempt to stay well informed. I am sometimes disappointed, often met at par with expectations that don't really push my wish list and sometimes very happy with the content and presentation.
The last two days were awesome!
I'm in year 5 of running my own business and last spring I started regular safety meetings and work related procedure reviews with staff. The Technical Tree Falling and Cutting course reinforced my belief in the necessity and value of those meetings with the emphasis you placed on safety and communication.
The overall content of the course was very appropriate to the description of what the course was supposed to deliver. The main points were well reviewed over the two days and the demonstration and hands-on opportunity invaluable. Personally, I can't wait to continue practicing the techniques!" |
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Charlie Cavanagh NPD
Dogwoods Inc
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"Over the last 6 years Forestry Services has been trying to standardize the Forestry Crew Leaders and Tree Workers for both health and safety and technical reasons. In order to do that, research was undertaken to examine programs from other municipalities, private sector companies and the programs available from trianing organizations. In 2005 an agreement was reached with Arboriculture Canada Training & Education Ltd. (ACTE) to carry out, for the first time in Canada, a four module-training program for the City’s Arborists.
This program consists of classroom theory and field training; it is being delivered by ACTE, a company with trainers that are top of the field worldwide. Upon completion of the courses in the spring of 2007, staff will be recognized at a competency level that the Arboriculture Industry and the Ministry of Labour have negotiated out over the last number of years, continuing to keep Forestry Services on the leading edge.
The program touches on aerial rescue, hazard identification, risk assessment, practical rigging, strategic tree felling, and climbing techniques. Many firsts have and will occur through this program. During the spring module, rescue techniques were carried out with the City’s Fire Services Technical Rescue teams. This type of cooperation had never been seen in Canada prior to this day.
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David Barkley
City of Ottawa Forestry Branch
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"The Tree Dynamics & Integrated Risk Assessment course went greeat. Thor did an excellent job and got everyone involved in the discussions both in-class and in the field. Every one who attended enjoyed the course. Dwayne taught the course the last time (four years ago??) and it was interesting to see how much the science has changed in that time. Thanks!" |
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Ian Birse
City of Saskatoon
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"Arboriculture Canada’s training programs have made our operations highly professional and have set a higher standard of arboriculture skill and safety. We have experienced much fewer on-the-job accidents and thus our loss work time incidences have been reduced dramatically. I would highly recommend Arboriculture Canada Training to any municipality whose urban tree care program requires the very best technical and safety skills in its tree workers." |
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Mike Allen
Owner and Consulting Arborist with Viburnum Tree Experts, Former City of Winnipeg Forester
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"Arboriculture Canada Training provides the latest in new safety and productivity techniques available to arborists today. The information is presented in a clear, concise manner and the hands-on approach makes it easy to understand and learn, regardless of skill level. Every time I attend a workshop, I realize there is something new for everyone." |
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Rupert Evans
ND SD Arb., ISA Certified Tree Work Specialist and lead evaluator in BC
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"Arboriculture Canada has a distinct focus on safety while providing leading-edge training in the latest techniques. Their customized training has significantly improved our day-to-day operations and is an essential component of the long-term success of our Urban Forestry program. Thanks Arboriculture Canada, for the tremendous difference your training has made to our organization over the past two years." |
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Steve Rice
Operations Planner, Greenscape
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"I am so grateful to Arboriculture Canada for the skills that I picked up during my training. Within a year of taking the basic climbing skills modules, my skill level increased dramatically. In particular, I appreciated learning the new throwline techniques as it enabled me to place first in the throwline event and to win the Master’s Challenge. I owe a lot to Arboriculture Canada." |
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Wenda Li
2002 International Women’s Tree Climbing Champion
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