ASWP03 Ascending Trees
1.0 Introduction
This document outlines the safe work practices for ascending trees and working at heights.
2.0 Hazards
The following hazards have been identified to aid in establishing and maintaining a safe work
environment when ascending trees and working at heights:
Biotic Conditions Gravity
Chemical Mechanical
Climatic Conditions Pedestrian Traffic
Electrical Conditions Vehicular Traffic
Ergonomics
Note: The above list of hazards is not a complete list and a thorough job plan should be
completed to identify existing hazards found at the work site.
3.0 Legislation / Safe Work Practices
The following information has been provided listing relevant arborist safe work practices and
legislation requirements:
ASWP01 General Legislation
ASWP01 Work in a Safe Environment
ASWP02 Protect Self and Others
ASWP02 Arborist Job Planning
Legislation RRO / RSO Section Referenced
Construction 213 / 91 26
4.0 Mandatory Information / Work Practices
The following are the mandatory requirements for all fall protection systems for arborists
ascending trees. In addition to these requirements, the work practice contains specific
requirements that should also be followed.
When ascending trees and working at heights the following must be considered as part of the
Job Planning process to determine the appropriate Fall Protection System:
• Job Planning
• Risk Assessment
• Hazard recognition
• Appropriate training
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