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UF-IFAS Osceola County Extension1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34744
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2020 Outdoor Tree School
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2020
UF-IFAS Osceola County Extension
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34744
CEUs:
Certified Arborist: 5.75 BCMA 5.75 (.5-M and 5.25-P)
Tree Worker: 5.75
NOTE:
REGISTERED FLORIDA TCC climbers do NOT have to register online
(climbers already marked their climber forms if they plan to attend this class).
AGENDA
8:30-9:00
The Ethics of Arboriculture
Norm Easey, CEO, Florida Chapter ISA
In this session Norm will discuss the ethical implications dealing with the new Florida tree law.
9:00-9:45
Knucklebooms and Cranes (indoor)
Mark Moeske, Allmark Tree & Crane Service
Mark will discuss the differences and the similarities between these two types of cranes. What are the fundamental guidelines to using any style of
crane?
9:45-10:00 Break
10:00-11:00
Cranes in Arboriculture (indoor)
Mark Moeske, Allmark Tree & Crane Service
What steps are we taking to ensure safety while utilizing a crane in our tree care operations? Mark will cover proper set-up, rigging, communication, and different types of cuts used in crane operations.
11:00-12:00
Pruning Trees: A Systems Approach (AKA Tree Preservation Strategies) (indoor)
Dr. Ed Gilman, University of Florida, Professor Emeritus
Dr. Gilman will show you how to develop an easy-to-use system of pruning trees of any age that is simple to teach to customers and staff. The strategies are similar whether it’s a tree with a one inch trunk diameter or a four foot diameter. Experienced arborists, landscapers, and beginners alike will come away with a fresh, new perspective on pruning trees for longevity! You will know that there is more to mature tree care than thinning!
12:00-1:00 Lunch (provided)
1:00-2:00
Pruning Strategies (outdoor)
Dr. Ed Gilman, University of Florida, Professor Emeritus
Some of the techniques described in the morning session will be demonstrated in the field. Focus will be on strategies designed to preserve trees rather than remove them. Hardhats and eye protection will be required to stand close to the work site.
2:00-3:30
Cranes in Arboriculture Demonstration (outdoor)
Mark Moeske, Allmark Tree & Crane Service
You’ve been given a work order to remove a tree using a crane. Building on the indoor sessions, Mark will demonstrate from start to finish the steps to ensure a safe, productive crane day. A hard hat and eye protection will be required to stand close to the demonstration site.
3:30 Adjourn and sign for CEUs
OUR EXPERTS
Mark Moeske
Allmark Tree Care, Albany, NY
Mark Moeske has over 30 years of experience working with cranes and trees. He holds crane certificates with NCCO, New York State, and Massachusetts. His experience includes operating cranes with construction and with trees, from small boom truc ks to tower cranes, specializing in knuckleboom cranes. He is a voting member of the Z133 ANSI Safety Standards committee. Mark is proud to be a 3-time ITCC Competitor.
Dr. Ed Gilman
Professor Emeritus, University of Florida
Dr. Gilman received his PhD from Rutgers and was on the faculty of the University of Florida for 30 years as professor in the Environmental Horticulture Department, retiring in June of 2016. He is author of six books on trees and landscape plants, many software programs, and web sites that have received numerous awards. Ed wrote “An Illustrated Guide to Pruning” which is in its third edition. He is a Florida Chapter ISA and Urban Forestry Council past-president. He received the Authors Citation Award in 1999, the Educators Award in 2003, and the Research Award in 2007 from the ISA for sustained excellence in research, publishing and teaching timely information on tree care. He has published more than 80 scientific peer-reviewed journal articles in his 30 years in academia and industry.
Norm Easey
Florida Chapter ISA
Norm Easey has been an active member of ISA for 29 years and is a charter member of the Florida Chapter of ISA. He is currently the CEO of the Florida Chapter ISA.
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