BS5837 - Comprehensive Workshop
A comprehensive training workshop to confidently carry out BS5837 surveys and compile written reports.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This 2-day course gives participants practical and theoretical skills to carry out BS5837-compliant tree surveys, plot tree locations, design arboricultural plans, and prepare professional reports. Using real-world examples and practical exercises, attendees will learn to apply BS5837 standards effectively in construction, planning, and landscape projects.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
The course covers:
- BS5837:2012 requirements and guidance.
- Plotting trees using GPS/GNSS and Point-to-Point methods.
- Design plans, OS maps, and fixing geospatial inaccuracies.
- Recording tree data accurately.
- Calculating Root Protection Areas (RPAs).
- Understanding root morphology in built, modified, and arable environments.
- Modifying RPAs when necessary.
- Tree constraints design.
- Scientific report layouts and recommendations.
- Tree protection measures on construction sites.
Good to know
Highlights
- 1 day 8 hours
- In-person
- Free parking
- Doors at 8:30 AM
Refund Policy
Location
EcoTherapy Farm CIC
The Loke
Costessey NR5 0TD
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Agenda
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House Keeping and Introductions
General house keeping and introduction of participants.
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BS5837 Summary and General Overview
Studying the key points of BS5837:2012 in preparation of conducting a site survey and preparing the data to inform a written report.
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Tree Categorisation/“Retention Categories”
A site walkover which allows the participants to categorise trees of varying qualities and value.