AQF5 Consulting Arborist reports
A Level 5 Consulting Arborist holds accreditation as a proficient tree specialist within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Engaging an L5 Arborist enables the evaluation of a tree’s well-being, vitality, and physical integrity, leading to tailored suggestions for necessary measures. The resulting insights and recommendations are formally recorded in a comprehensive report. Such documentation serves as valuable support for clients in facilitating their submissions to the Local Government Authority (Council) for any necessary approvals or permits related to tree-related work.
When tree maintenance tasks such as pruning or removal are necessary, it’s essential to enlist the services of a professional and insured arborist with ample experience. The arborist’s expertise and proficiency ensure the job is carried out professionally. Additionally, it’s crucial that the arborist possesses the appropriate equipment to execute the task safely and responsibly. Keeping their insurance Certificates of Currency up to date is also imperative, with coverage explicitly stating ‘Tree Work’ for liability purposes.
There are four main types of assessments that an Arborist can undertake to determine the Health and Condition of a tree, which include
- Ground based Visual Tree Assessment (VTA)
- Aerial Assessments conducted from within a tree’s canopy
- Exploratory Root Mapping to locate and identify tree’s roots and determine what impacts/issues they may be causing
- Hazard and risk assessments (using industry accepted method such as QTRA, TRAQ or VALID).
Depending on the needs or requirements of the client, an AQF Level 5 Consulting Arborist can create various reports, including:
Depending on the needs or requirements of the client, an AQF Level 5 Consulting Arborist can create various reports, including:
- Reports on Tree Health and Condition.
- Specifications for Pruning – offering precise instructions for tree pruning and/or removal.
- Aerial Inspections – utilizing advanced, non-invasive visual assessments from within a tree’s canopy to identify issues.
- Tree Risk Assessments employing established industry methods such as QTRA or VALID. These assessments are particularly crucial when considering tree removal.
- Arboriculture Impact Assessment (AIA) Reports – evaluating the impact of nearby trees on proposed developments. Often required by councils as part of Development Applications (DAs) according to AS4790-2009.
- Tree Protection Plans (TPPs) – outlining measures to safeguard specified trees during development phases.
- Certification of Tree Protection Measures – verifying the proper installation and compliance of tree protection measures according to the Tree Protection Plan and/or Australian Standard AS4970-2009.
- Exploratory Root Mapping – identifying the size, location, and type of tree roots around proposed developments or assessing their role in property damage.
- Pest and Disease Investigations – locating and identifying pests or diseases affecting tree health and providing recommendations for remedial action. Reports are submitted following thorough tree examination.
A report from an AQF5 Consulting Arborist will account for the specific requirements set by the Local Government Authority (LGA) overseeing the area where the tree/s are situated. Additionally, they will take into consideration any Tree Management Controls outlined in the LGA’s Development Control Plan (DCP), Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and State Environmental Planning Policy (SEPP).
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What is an Aborist’s Report?
As a generalisation, an arborist’s report is something that is requested as part of the process of obtaining a D.A. or applying for permission to lop or remove a tree.
An arborist’s report can be submitted to local Council to gain authorisation to remove trees especially in the case of danger to the public. If a tree appears rotten, dead, dying, or infested, an arborist’s report can help clear the way for the tree to legally be removed. Councils often require an arborist’s report to justify tree removal.
If people just cut down their trees without approval our environment would quickly turn into a concrete desert! And this is something that nobody wants. It is a council’s responsibility to ensure a harmonious and liveable natural environment is maintained.
As a result, large fines exist for cutting down or significantly cutting back trees without the required permissions.
For the record, an arborist is a tree surgeon; someone whose job it is to take care of trees, to make sure that trees are healthy, and are safe. The word ‘arborist’ comes from the Latin for tree arbor and probably came to English through the French word arboriste.
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