Originally published by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) in partnership with leading safety committees, the Tree Climber’s Guide was born out of necessity. In the 1980s and 90s, tree climbing was largely an apprenticeship-based trade. Knowledge passed from old-timers to rookies, but there was no standardized reference for knots, hitches, or aerial rescue.
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by Jeff Jepson, is widely considered the "bible" of the industry [1, 2]. While many search for a "4th edition," the 3rd edition remains the current definitive version used for modern arborist training [1, 3]. While many search for a "4th edition," the
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The single most important update in the is the "Solo Rescue" and "Aerial Rescue" protocols. It assumes the climber may have a heart attack or a chainsaw injury 60 feet up, and details how to get them down using minimal equipment.
Techniques for traditional climbing where the rope moves with the climber.