AHCARB601 - Examine and assess trees

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to examine and assess tree health, age, taxonomy, risk, amenity value and significance and compile a tree assessment report.This unit applies to individuals with broad theoretical and technical knowledge of a specific area or a broad field of work and learning and cognitive, technical and communication skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement and defined responsibility in undertaking complex work within broad parameters to provide specialist advice and functions.The role involves the self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in areas such as tree identification, pathology and diagnostics, tree assessment and valuation techniques, tree risk assessment and reporting methods.Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states & territories at the time of publication, and may differ according to jurisdiction. Specific determination should be sought through the relevant State or Territory. Works involving this unit of competency may be subject to local tree protection and preservation laws, and the relevant content of applicable Australian Standards.