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American National Standards Institute criteria. This guarantees that SAPRF trees receive the best possible care. 1,02 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS The following requirements shall be used during any pruning work to be performed on SAPRF trees: a. Proper disposal of all tree debris generated. b. Assuring good traffic control and minimize disruption of the public. c. Assuring adequate safety of employees and the public. Prior to starting any tree work on an SAPRF tree, the Contractor must contact an authorized SAPRF representative. Contact Mike Lopez, Park Services Superintendent at 714.647.3324 Office or 714.231.6112 cell phone. 1.03 ISA CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS The Contractor shall employee a full -time, permanently certified personnel, as accredited by the International Society of Arboriculture. a. The Contractor shall employee an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist',f to oversee the project. The ISA Board Certitled Master Arboristi credential is the highest level of certification offered by ISA. This credential recognizes ISA Certified Arborists© who have reached the pinnacle their profession. In addition to passing an extensive scenario -based exam, candidates must abide by a Code of.Edzics, Which ensures quality of work. Fewer than two percent of all ISA Certified ArboristsV currently hold this certification. b. The Contractor shall cmplayec an ]SA 4:'ertitieci Atborist:R, -Tree Risl< A scssp }ent_Q t(ilication LTR.?, Q) Working /On Site Supervisor to be on site at all times work is in progress to manage the correct pruning of the trees. To cam an ISA C rtitiecl_,1t�borista; credential, you trust be trained and knowledgeable in all aspects of arboriculture. ISA Certified Arbonsvk% have met all requirements to be eligible for the exam, which includes three or more years of full -time, eligible, practical work experience in arboriculture and/or a degree in the field of arboriculture, horticulture, tandscape architecture, or forestry from a regionally accredited educational institute. This certification covers a large number of topics giving the candidates flexibility in the arboricuitural profession. 'I RAQ is an ISA qualification program that trains arborists how to use the methodologies outlined in the ISA Best Management Practices for Tree Risk Assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits, health, and longevity.A Code of Ethics for ISA Certified Arborists& strengthens the credibility and reliability of the work force. This certification is accredited by the American National Standards Institute, meeting and exceeding ISO 17024, c. All Contractor Workiag/On Site Supervisor shall be ISA Certified Tree—Worker Climber S ecialist,l :and/or 'Che ISIr Certif[e_d '1'ree_.tiVot'ker Atrial 1 -Ift Spccialist1t!. To be a ISA Certified Tree Worker_Climbet�5 ei t dtst',T. candidates must have the skill and endurance to climb trees, Lis- demonstrate high regard for safety, and be able to get the job done off the ground. This credential is different from. the other certifications because you ARE tested in both a classroom setting and a field setting. Candidates most have training in aerial rescue, CPR, and First Aid to obtain this certification. d. The Contractor's employees shall be ,ISA Certified Tree Workor Aerial Litt specialist' when working on trees beneath or in the vicinity of utilities. The [SA Certified Tree Worker Aerial Lift requires candidates to demonstrate their ability to perform as a competent aerial lift operator. The knowledge gained with this certification can improve the productivity, quality of care, mm Districts 1, 4 and 5 Park Landscape RFP 19P c5�6