This comprehensive training program was designed to meet the educational requirement for certification as a Utility Tree Worker or Utility Tree Trimmer in Alberta with the Professional Vegetation Managers Association (PVMA). Please contact us for specific information. All students will receive testing in each component to report on the level of competency. This program is set up as a private, contract option for large organizations and is priced based on location and # of participants. This program can be delivered for groups needing this training who do not require this certification as well. It is for individuals working in the clearing of brush and trimming of trees around power lines. This training does not include the Pesticide Applicabotrs Certification tutorial or test. This program is an intensive and accelerated program and is not for beginners or people brand new to utility tree work. This program is not a replacement for hours of experience. Candidates should have work experience in tree and brush work around powe rlines that includes basic or introductory hand's on experience in each of the following disciplines, and a minimum of 6 months overall in the industry: Aerial lift operation Pruning using insulated tools and techniques Chipper operation Spur climbing Chainsaw operation including tree felling, limbing and bucking Chainsaw operation from spurs and an aerial lift