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Does Your Arborist Company Follow Industry Professional Standards?

When it comes to selecting an arborist in Sioux Falls, industry standards are important. Not all local tree removal companies follow professional industry standards and guidelines for safety, climbing, tree health, and more.

The Weller Brothers arborist team does.

If you were sick, you would seek the care of a medical professional who is well-educated to treat your illness to the highest standards. It should be the same when you are caring for your tree. 

You should always opt for a tree care company that has accredited and experienced team members to serve your property. Weller Brothers’ tree care professionals are here to offer you their professional expertise to ensure that you are choosing a tree care company that follows ANSI Safety Standards and has an ISA-certified arborist on their team to oversee all work being done.

Phil Nystrom, a Weller Brothers Certified Arborist Removing a Tree

What are ANSI Safety Standards?

Just as in other industries, the tree care industry has ANSI (American National Standards Institute) standards for all tree care operations, including safety. This standard was developed by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), and the ANSI-accredited Standards Developing Organization (SDO).

Weller Brothers tree care professional team is committed to providing the highest level of quality that adheres to the accepted industry standards. 

Trees are unique all in their own way, which means that all practices cannot be applied to all trees. Tree care decisions must be made carefully with supporting input from a qualified ISA Certified Arborist.

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Questions to ask an arborist company before hiring them:

  • Does your company follow ANSI standards? 
    • ANSI standards are scientific and industry standards for tree care; when these standards are followed this ensures that the crew has taken all necessary precautions for the job.
  • What are your credentials? 
    • Hiring a company with an ISA-Certified Arborist on staff, or a company that employs Certified Tree Care Safety Professionals (CTSP) ensures the integrity of the job being performed.
  • Do you have Qualified Line Clearance Arborists? 
    • If your trees are located in proximity to electrical conductors, they must be treated, pruned, or removed by Qualified Line Clearance arborists. 
  • Will the crew be using hard hats and other personal protective equipment while on the job site? 
    • The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that personal protective equipment be used for any tree care operation. A reputable tree care service will require this.
  • Can you provide an up-to-date certificate of insurance? 
    • This is an important question to ask and verify to ensure that in the event of an accident, you will not be liable for damages, accidents, or any injuries.

It is important to protect yourself and your property by hiring a tree care professional for dangerous jobs. It is equally important to protect your investment in your trees by asking these five important questions.

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Why Should an Arborist Company Employ an ISA-Certified Arborist?

As you consider safety standards and questions to ask before hiring an arborist company, why should you find a company with an ISA-Certified Arborist? 

In order to obtain an ISA Certification, arborists must complete a defined curriculum, work experience, and exam. To remain certified through the ISA, an arborist must complete a required number of continuing education courses in the time of their three-year certification period or re-take the ISA certification exam.

This means that your ISA Certified Arborist will remain knowledgeable in the industry standards and be better prepared to take care of trees that are on your property.

Phil Nystrom preparing to remove a tree. Weller Brothers Tree Professionals in Sioux Falls, SD

Contact Us for Professional Tree Removal and Health Care

Weller Brothers tree removal and health team includes an ISA-certified arborist and arborist crews that follow all ANSI Z133 safety guidelines in Sioux Falls, SD, and surrounding communities. 

Our experienced tree removal and health team will ensure that your trees and property are taken care of to the highest standards of arboriculture.

Contact us here to request tree removal and health care services.

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