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BTC Basic Tree Climbing Module ATP
Click here to view current training events.  With an intense focus on safety, modern techniques and equipment are introduced in the BTC: Basic Tree Climbing Module ATP (program) and applied to enhance climbing skills and enable efficient and productive work or play. This course consists of two days of field training in a wide variety of types and sizes of trees in a well-known camp in rural Fanling. Highly experienced trainers certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA); www.isa-arbor.com will conduct training in Cantonese or English.
Click here to view photos from the most recent ATP tree climbing training course. Tree Climbing is a strenuous activity which requires a high level of coordination and dexterity. The field trainers will provide thorough hands on instruction with demonstration and hands-on coaching, often climbing the tree along side the participants. Teachers can also interact in Mandarin when required. The attendee will interact with the trainers using the latest climbing systems, throwline methods, smooth climbing  hitches, crucial knots, the body thrust and tree position options for comfort and safety. The program will also include a discussion of world-wide standards concerning tree climbing and other high-angle occupations. Click here to view photos of BTC training.
This course is designed to educate participants about legislation and safety requirements as they pertain to working in trees as well as train participants in climbing techniques, gear, knots, hitches and climbing definitions. Instructors will explain, demonstrate and coach students in work positioning and fall protection techniques. Participants will practice skills learned and be mentored and coached during the course. Click here to view current training events.
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Asia Tree Perservation Ltd. (ATP) is incorporated in Hong Kong and also has an office in China. ATP services the Asian region. This includes Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, Korea, Japan, India, Vietnam, The Philippines as well as other countries located in Southeast, South, and East Asia.Copyright 2007 by Asia Tree Preservation Terms Of Use Privacy Statement
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ATP: Hong Kong
Asia Tree Preservation, Ltd.
C. 5th Floor, Windsor Mansion
29-31 Chatham Road
T.S.T. Kowloon, Hong Kong
Office: (852) 8124-1229
Mobile: (852) 9124-8291
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Basic Requirements
Basic requirements for attendance: - at least 18 years of age.
- no physical or health condition that may create unreasonable risk for climber or others.
- a minimum set of tools.
- approved safety helmet (personal, one user)
- Proper climbing clothing (proper fitting long trousers & long or short sleeved shirt)
- Approved tree climbing boots (leather construction that supports the ankle)
- Proper fitting gloves that permit strong grip
- Approved, tree climbing rope – 40 meters long
- Tree climbing lanyard (2-N-1 recommended; two sides with three double-locking carabiners or snaps)
- 3 Double-lock carabiners and/or double-locking snaps
- throwline (1.75 – 2 mm diameter X 60 meters long)
Note: ATP can allow two to share saddle and rope or will consider providing some basic equipment upon request at registration.
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