Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL
Chapter 751 - RULES GOVERNING ARBORIST LICENSING, TESTING, AND ENFORCEMENT IN THE STATE OF MAINE
Section 001-751-8 - ARBORIST CODE OF ETHICS
Universal Citation: 01 ME Code Rules ยง 001-751-8
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
A. An Arborist:
1. must promote the highest ethical standards
of personal conduct in the field of arboriculture.
2. must recommend to and inform the general
public of proper and adequate shade tree care and must discourage the promotion
of techniques, methods and materials that have not been adequately tested and
approved.
3. should strive for
increasing knowledge of arboriculture by attending arborist meetings,
workshops, and seminars and by subscribing to trade journals and
publications.
4. must meet all the
requirements for a licensed arborist including the carrying of liability
insurance to protect themselves and the public when performing arboricultural
activities.
5. should, upon request
of the Maine Arborist Advisory Council, aid the Council in updating the
arborist exams, and any amendments to the Arborist Licensing Law that will
further ensure equitable and ethical standards in the field of
arboriculture.
6. must strive to
share knowledge in the field of arboriculture with fellow arborists and to
promote safe practices.
7. must be
truthful in all verbal and written statement concerning arboricultural services
offered.
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