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Introduction: I am an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist and my company carries Liability Insurance and Workers Comp Insurance. The term arborist is used very loosely in the tree care industry. However, not many individuals have the experience, education, and training to become an actual ISA Certified Arborist. As an ISA Certified Arborist I have an in depth knowledge of tree biology as well as first hand training in how to work safely. This allows me to prescribe the proper pruning for a particular tree taking into account the species, the age, the condition, and other mitigating factors. If a tree needs to be climbed the client can rest assured that I am following the proper safety standards but also that I am using equipment that is healthy for their tree. For example, some tree companies use spikes to climb healthy tree thus damaging the bark and underlying vascular tissue. The ISA code of ethics dictates that healthy trees should never be spiked but should rather be climbed using ropes. Additionally, many Cincinnati area tree companies top trees. This practice is not allowed by the ISA due to the host of problems it can cause. Rather than top a clients tree, I take the time to educate them to the dangers of topping and offer them ISA accepted alternatives. I also believe in providing a thorough cleanup and respecting clients and their property. My goal for each cleanup is for not one leaf or stick to be left. Also, I make sure clients know when I am coming to their property and I take the time to work carefully to eliminate damage to property. It is very satisfying to provide clients with the information they need to make informed decisions and then to put those decisions into action. Its easy to simply tell a client what needs to be done but it is something very different to educate them as to why. The hard work, which is a reality of this business, is worth it when I can stand back after a long days work and see healthy and beautiful trees. Additionally, I truly love being outdoors and working with trees, not only caring for them, but spending time climbing throughout the canopy. Not many people get to see the world from the top of a 90 foot ash tree or get the chance to appreciate how massive an ancient oak tree truly is. Also, it doesnt hurt to get all the exercise I can handle while on the job!

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What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Yes. As an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist I am required to obtain continuing education credits much like a teacher is required to do. Certified Arborists must accrue enough credits during a given time period to keep their certification active. These credits can be obtained from a variety of sources such as hands on training, attending seminars, attending field classes, and reading articles and answering quizzes. All of the sources have to be approved by the International Society of Arboriculture. There is a wide variety of subjects which allows an Arborist to stay current on hands on subjects like climbing techniques and also more abstract subjects such as plant biology. I also receive a bi-monthly journal from the ISA.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
First and most important is to verify insurance and competency. Tree work is extremely hazardous if not fatal if improperly conducted. You run a very real risk of significant liability if you do not verify that the company you wish to hire has liability insurance AND workers comp insurance. The company should be able to provide you with copies of their liability and workers comp certificates. To be extra sure you should take the time to contact the insurer listed on the certificate to verify the coverage is current. It is possible for an unethical company to provide a certificate for insurance they have since cancelled. Assessing the competency of the company is also very important. Membership to the International Society of Arboriculture and employees who are ISA Certified Arborists or who hold other ISA certifications lets you know that the company has tree care experience and knowledge.