ISA and TNLA CEUs available
This session equips landscapers and arborists with the tools and techniques needed to assess tree risk effectively. Learn how to identify structural defects, evaluate risk levels, and communicate findings to clients for proactive tree care and liability reduction.
Key Takeaways:
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Recognize Warning Signs Early – Learn how to identify signs of decay, root instability, and canopy imbalance that may indicate increased risk.
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Apply Standardized Assessment Methods – Use industry-recognized protocols like TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification) to evaluate and document tree conditions.
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Communicate Clearly with Clients – Effectively explain risk levels and recommend mitigation options to support safety and informed decision-making.
With expert speaker: Mike Sills, Texas Forest Service
Mike Sills has been a Regional Urban Forester for the Texas A&M Forest Service’s Dallas Region for eight years. He graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1995 with a B.S. in Forestry and has been an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist since 1997. He has received accreditation as a Certified Forester and Board-Certified Master Arborist from the Society of American Foresters and International Society of Arboriculture, respectively. He is a Private Pilot and volunteers with the Civil Air Patrol. He and his wife of 24 years, Ginny, enjoy traveling and being at home with their dog, Keelagh, and their rabbit, Captain Hastings.