Dictionary for Managing Trees in Urban Environments is a comprehensive list of terms used in the universal management of urban trees. Many of the terms are from arboricultural science, while others are derived from unproven but commonly applied concepts. Where the existing terminology to describe trees was limited or nonexistent, new terms have been introduced. This dictionary allows for broad application and use by a wide variety of people and conveys in plain language concepts that are sometimes complex. Most major terms have been cross referenced and diagrams have been added for greater understanding. While a number of pertinent botanical terms have been included, those readily found within dictionaries of general plant sciences and botany have been omitted. Dictionary for Managing Trees in Urban Environments promotes a greater understanding of arboriculture and urban forestry, and will assist in the preparation of reports for the management of trees, procedures and planning instruments, such as Tree Management Policies and Tree Management Orders.

This dictionary contains a complete list of terms used in the universal management of urban trees. Many of the terms are from arboricultural science, while others are derived from unproven but commonly applied concepts. Some new concepts have been introduced where the existing terminology to describe trees was limited or nonexistent. In many texts concepts are only partly defined and so uncertainty can remain as to their exact meaning. Here the dictionary aims to provide clarity.

The arborist examination is designed to assess the fundamental knowledge and skills that all tree care professionals should have, regardless of their area of practice.

Resource added for the Landscape Horticulture Technician program 100014.

This guide gives authoritative advice on current tree climbing techniques which are both safe and effective. It has been updated to take into account advances in tree climbing equipment and techniques since 1999. Incorporating the Work at Height Regulations 2005, Health and Safety Executive research and the latest techniques and equipment the all-new AA A Guide to Good Climbing Practice replaces the AA/FASTCo Guide to Good Climbing Practice (1999) and the AA/FASTCo Aerial Rescue Guidance Notes (1997). "The Guide sets out techniques and systems of work that can be considered as best practice guidance in arboriculture and helps anyone in the business meet their legal obligations." Dr Richard Nourish, Head of the Agriculture and Food Section, Health and Safety Executive.

"This fantastic new guide, written by Guy Watson, is a must have for arborists and contains the most common tree pests and diseases likely to be encountered on a day-to-day basis. It is designed to help the arborist to identify and diagnose potential threats, and also contains useful information on treatment options, including current chemical treatments and their availability, etc. It also addresses the subject of practical biosecurity--what we should be doing on a daily basis to reduce the risk of moving infection from site to site."--Publisher's description.