When you hear "tree rodeo," you may expect people lassoing branches. But in this event, arborists for utility companies show off the skills that allow them to safely remove trees from power lines.

A new alert from Washington State’s Department of Labor & Industries urges employers to strengthen fall protection, supervision, and rigging practices after multiple fatal tree trimming incidents.

The Bermie friction hitch is a dependable knot for arborists and tree climbers, providing a secure, adjustable grip on a rope. This demonstration shows how to tie and use the Bermie hitch for safe, ...

The enzyme friction hitch is a specialized knot used by arborists and tree climbers to create a secure, adjustable grip on a rope. This technique allows smooth movement up or down the rope while ...