The role
What an arborist actually does, day to day.
As an arborist, you are a tree expert. You check trees for disease, damage and safety problems, then do the work needed to keep them healthy. You climb trees, use chainsaws and chippers, and sometimes operate lifts that get you high into the canopy. You might also design how land should be replanted or advise people on caring for their trees.
The job is physical and sometimes risky - you work at heights, use powerful machinery, and work in all weather. You need to understand tree biology and know the right way to cut and shape a tree so it grows well. You may work for councils, forestry companies, or as a self-employed contractor. Every tree is different, so no two days are the same.
Day to day
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