Understanding Felling License Applications For Arborists

Research conducted through interviews with the Forestry Commission’s Woodland Officers across a range of geographic areas has highlighted the need for training in mensuration. Activities that have led to prosecution for illegal felling practices could have been avoided if the land owners and contractors were aware of the processes involved and their obligation when applying for felling licenses.

The consensus was that most illegal fells were carried out by arboriculture contractors (tree surgeons) and not forestry contractors. Research suggest that the quality of applications, in particular mapping, was poor and rejected frequently.

Using mensuration techniques, the course will aid arborists in determining whether felling licenses are needed along with felling licence legislation which is an often-overlooked aspect of tree removal, in both urban or peri-urban settings.

The course will enable participants to understand the legislation around felling license applications for arborists, in what settings they are required and a brief guide to creating professional applications.

You will learn:

• Knowing when a felling license is necessary for arborists timber volumes
• Height and diameter measurement in conjunction with Forestry commission tariffs
• Differentiate between Tree Preservation Orders/Conservation Areas and Felling license requirements
• Have an understanding of where to find license applications