Graham,
I recently asked this question of the AA and was told (by Nick Eden) that
they advise AA Tech Cert as the minimum qualification.
This seems reasonable to me, as it represents not only a certain level of
relevant academic certification, but also because it requires a degree of
field experience.
Obviously other qualifications could apply, but as a benchmark this one
would seem appropriate.
JFL
Julian Forbes-Laird MICFor, Dip.Arb.(RFS)
Associate & Senior Consultant, CBA Trees
Registered Consultant of the Arboricultural Association
Please note that this posting is intended as an informal personal comment;
it is not designed to represent either CBA Trees policy or the author's
professional advice
-----Original Message-----
From: Mundie, Graham [mailto:graham.mundie@xxxxxx.gov.uk]
Sent: 26 May 2004 11:51
To: UK Tree Care
Subject: 'Competent Person'
Dear forum,
With no apparent definition in the Highways Act (or any other Act, to the
best of my knowledge) of what a 'competent person' is for tree inspections,
what is the perceived minimum level of competence to carry out basic health
& safety surveys?
Many thanks,
Graham Mundie
Tree & Grounds Management Officer
Hampshire County Council
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