AHCARB701 - Analyse tree biomechanics

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and analyse aspects of tree biomechanics that affect the physical loads and strengths of trees, branches and anchorage in the ground; understand the assessment of tree strength and the loads that occur; and assess factors that can weaken the tree and are likely to increase the chance of failure.This unit applies to individuals with broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge with depth in one or more disciplines or areas of practice and cognitive, technical and communication skills to demonstrate autonomy, well developed judgement and responsibility in undertaking complex self-directed work and learning to provide specialist advice and functions.The role involves the self-directed application of specialised knowledge in arboriculture with substantial depth in areas such as with substantial depth in areas such as tree statics, dynamics, wind loading and structural failure.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.