Ground Operations

We have recently updated parts of our Tree Care Academy program to better reflect the industry and to better support the industry needs. With our new updates, topics are no longer topical, but are instead more job specific.

Ground Operations 1-4 Focuses on the various parts of a Ground Operator's job and breaks it out into clear career pathways for you to advance your skills with.

Ground worker safely navigating the job site

Benefits for Employees

Completion of this training program helps you learn how to be a productive member of the crew on the ground during tree care operations on the job site.

Benefits for Employers

The checklist provided in the Ground Operations Specialist manual can be used to verify and document that the employee has learned the required skills to be considered qualified according to OSHA and ANSI Z133.1 standards. It is best paired with on-the-job training.

Ground Operations 1: Fundamentals

Ground Operations 1: FundamentalsGround Operations 1: Fundamentals is designed to provide workers with the introductory knowledge needed to begin their career as a ground worker. This course covers:  

  • Ground worker responsibilities
  • Assisting the climber
  • Emergency response basics
  • Vehicles
  • Ladder safety
  • Basic hand tools

The course blends online learning with on-the-job skills demonstrations. Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a certificate demonstrating your ability to learn and retain valuable industry knowledge.

Member Price:
$36.99

Non-Member Price:
$57.99

CEUs available:
2 ISA & 2 CTSP CEUs

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Ground Operations 1: Fundamentals - Spanish

Ground Operations 1: FundamentalsEstá diseñado para proporcionar a los trabajadores los conocimientos básicos necesarios para comenzar su carrera como trabajadores de suelo.

Este curso incluye:

  • Responsabilidades del trabajador de suelo
  • Ayudar al trepador
  • Conceptos básicos de respuesta de emergencia
  • Vehículos
  • Seguridad en escalera
  • Herramientas manuales básicas

El curso combina el aprendizaje en línea con demostraciones de habilidades en el sitio de trabajo. Al completar con éxito el programa, recibirá un certificado que demuestra su capacidad para aprender y retener valiosos conocimientos de la industria.

Member Price:
$36.99

Non-Member Price:
$57.99

CEUs available:
2 para ISA & 2 para CTSP CEUs

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Ground Operations 2: Chipper Specialist

Ground Operations 2: Chipper SpecialistGround Operations 2: Chipper Specialist is designed to provide workers with safety knowledge and best practices for chipper operation. This course covers:

  • Chipper Types and Hook Up
  • Getting Started
  • Chipper Operation
  • Chipper Maintenance
  • Using the Winch

The course blends online learning with on-the-job skills demonstrations. Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a certificate demonstrating your ability to learn and retain valuable industry knowledge.

Member Price:
$36.99

Non-Member Price:
$57.99

CEUs available:
1.75 ISA & 1.75 CTSP CEUs

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Ground Operations 2: Chipper Specialist - Spanish

Ground Operations 2: Chipper SpecialistEstá diseñado para proporcionar a los trabajadores conocimientos de seguridad y mejores prácticas para el funcionamiento de la astilladora.

Este curso incluye:

  • Tipos de astilladora y enganche
  • Empezar
  • Funcionamiento de la astilladora
  • Mantenimiento de astilladoras
  • Uso del cabrestante

El curso combina el aprendizaje en línea con demostraciones de habilidades en el sitio de trabajo. Al completar con éxito el programa, recibirá un certificado que demuestra su capacidad para aprender y retener valiosos conocimientos de la industria.

Member Price:
$36.99

Non-Member Price:
$57.99

CEUs available:
1.75 para ISA & 1.75 para CTSP CEUs

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Ground Operations 3: Chain Saw Specialist

Ground Operations 3: Chain Saw SpecialistGround Operations 3: Chain Saw Specialist is designed to provide workers with safety knowledge and best practices for chain saw operation. This course covers:

  • General Chain Saw Safety
  • Preparing Chain Saws for Use
  • Chain Saw Operation
  • Cutting Techniques

The course blends online learning with on-the-job skills demonstrations. Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a certificate demonstrating your ability to learn and retain valuable industry knowledge.

Member Price:
$36.99

Non-Member Price:
$57.99

CEUs available:
1.75 ISA & 1.75 CTSP CEUs

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Ground Operations 3: Chain Saw Specialist - Spanish

Ground Operations 3: Chain Saw SpecialistEstá diseñado para proporcionar a los trabajadores conocimientos de seguridad y mejores prácticas para la operación de motosierras.

Este curso incluye:

  • Seguridad general de la motosierra
  • Preparación de motosierras para su uso
  • Operación de motosierra
  • Técnicas de corte

El curso combina el aprendizaje en línea con demostraciones de habilidades en el sitio de trabajo. Al completar con éxito el programa, recibirá un certificado que demuestra su capacidad para aprender y retener valiosos conocimientos de la industria.

Member Price:
$36.99

Non-Member Price:
$57.99

CEUs available:
1.75 para ISA & 1.75 para CTSP CEUs

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Ground Operations 4: Tree Rigging and Removal

Ground Operations 4: Tree Rigging and RemovalGround Operations 4: Tree Removal is designed to provide workers with safety knowledge and best practices for rigging operations and tree removal. This course covers:

  • Basic Principles of Rigging
  • Understanding Forces
  • Mechanical Advantage
  • Equipment and Ropes
  • Rigging Knots
  • Felling Trees

The course blends online learning with on-the-job skills demonstrations. Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a certificate demonstrating your ability to learn and retain valuable industry knowledge.

Member Price:
$36.99

Non-Member Price:
$57.99

CEUs available:
4.75 ISA & 4.75 CTSP CEUs

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Ground Operations 4: Tree Rigging and Removal - Spanish

Ground Operations 4: Tree Rigging and RemovalEstá diseñado para proporcionar a los trabajadores conocimientos de seguridad y las mejores prácticas para las operaciones de aparejo y remoción de árbolesl. Este curso incluye:

  • Principios básicos del aparejo
  • Comprender las fuerzas
  • Ventaja mecánica
  • Equipo y cuerdas
  • Nudos de aparejo
  • Tala de arboles

El curso combina el aprendizaje en línea con demostraciones de habilidades en el sitio de trabajo. Al completar con éxito el programa, recibirá un certificado que demuestre su capacidad para aprender y retener valiosos conocimientos de la industria.

Precio para miembros:
$36.99

Precio para no miembros:
$57.99

CEU disponibles:
4.75 ISA & 4.75 CTSP CEUs

Purchase the Course