ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification Renewal Course (TRAQ) –Georgetown, KY

Hosted By: International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) & KAA Instructor: Dr. Bill Fountain

Contact Information: For registration questions, email Bonnie Burnick at info@ky-isa.org

Course Cost: ISA Members $225.00 and ISA Non-members $265.00. You will need your ISA number and ISA Renewal Date.

Deadline for registration: Feb 21,2025

Course Information:

The ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) program provides an opportunity for professionals in the arboriculture industry to expand their knowledge through education and training in the fundamentals of tree risk assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits, health, and longevity.

The course includes Tree Biology and Mechanics, Tree Inspection and Assessment, Data Analysis and Risk Categorization, and Risk Reporting. The Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) Course prepares the participant to take the TRAQ assessment to become ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified.

The TRAQ Renewal Course is a one-day refresher, with five hours of instruction, and three hours to take the exam. Current TRAQ holders can complete the abbreviated course as early as four years into their qualification. You may complete the TRAQ Renewal Course as early as one year prior to your qualification expiration date. Once you have successfully passed the requirements, you will be given 5 years from the date of your previous expiration allowing you to take full advantage of the 5 year period granted with the credential.

By applying to participate in a TRAQ course, you are agreeing to the terms, conditions, and policies outlined in the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification Application Guide. Please review this document before applying for a course.

5 CEUs available

Prerequisites:

To be eligible for the TRAQ Renewal Course, candidates must have already taken the TRAQ course and passed the exam.

Confirmation Packet:

You will receive a confirmation packet with a letter containing the date and time of the course and the name of the appropriate contact person. Confirmation packets are shipped three weeks prior to the date the course begins.

Confirmation packets will be shipped using UPS to the address provided on the personal information registration page. Please provide a physical shipping address. ISA will not send confirmation to a PO Box number -you must submit a physical address.

Participants should bring:

A government-issued photo identification card, such as a driver's license, passport, or military ID

Tree Risk Assessment Manual (included in your confirmation packet)

Tree Risk Assessment Clipboard (included in your confirmation packet)

Hard hat

High visibility vest, coat, or other hi-vis attire

Appropriate attire and footwear for both indoor and outdoor activities

Writing utensil(s), including at least one #2 pencil

Special Testing Accommodations Request:

If you have a special need and require an accommodation for a course, please complete the Special Accommodation Request Form and submit it to qual@isa-arbor.com. Your request will be reviewed and you will be notified of a determination.

International Society of Arboriculture

Qualification lasts for 5 years. The window for renewal is 18 months prior to your RENEWAL DATE. After your Renewal date has passed, the arborist (you) will need to retake the entire 2 ½ day course at the full course fee.