People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of climbing equipment; prepare to use knots for aerial arboriculture work; inspect tree and site for hazards and take appropriate action; identify and check equipment required before ascending, and select an appropriate tree climbing method; climb up and descend tree using climbing ropes and harness undertake a one-person aerial rescue in an arboriculture situation; and, describe the use of, and use, a ladder.
