This element focuses on the safe and effective pruning of trees adjacent to overhead power lines using a mobile elevated work platform (MEWP). Learners must master pre-work preparation, precise communication with ground staff, and strict adherence to industry regulations regarding live and dead working. The practical application ensures trees are maintained to statutory clearance distances, minimising the risk of power outages and ensuring the safety of the operative and public.
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