We serve the entire Bay Area
Contra Costa & Solano Counties

Since 1983 • Licensed & Insured • CSLB #848042 • 24/7 Emergency

Since 1983 • Licensed & Insured

Safety, Training & Standards

Professional tree service in Pinole, CA performed to ANSI A300 pruning standards, with crews trained in rigging, chainsaw safety, and jobsite communication.

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Safety First
ANSI A300 / ISA
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Licensed
CA CSLB #848042
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Since 1983
Decades of care
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Pro Equipment
Rigging & PPE
24/7 Emergency
Storm response

Our Safety Promise

At Bay Area Tree Care, safety is the foundation of every project. We follow ANSI A300 pruning standards and ISA best practices to protect people, property, and tree health. From pre-job briefings to final cleanup, our approach is built on planning, communication, and continuous training.

Pre-Job Planning

Daily tailgate meetings, hazard ID, drop zone planning, power line awareness, and equipment checks.

  • Site walk & access
  • Canopy assessment
  • Rigging plan

Onsite Communication

Clear commands, hand signals, and spotters keep climbers, ground crew, and clients aligned at each step.

  • Assigned roles
  • Signal protocol
  • Stop-work authority

Ongoing Crew Training

Hands-on refreshers & skills development
  • Rigging & controlled lowering for large or hazardous limbs
  • Chainsaw safety & maintenance for precise, efficient cutting
  • Jobsite communication to protect crew, clients, and property
  • PPE & fall protection (helmets, eye/ear pro, chainsaw chaps)
  • Emergency readiness (first aid, storm hazards)

ANSI A300 Pruning

We prune to A300 to support structural integrity, proper clearance, and long-term tree health.

ISA Best Practices

Industry guidelines inform our pruning cuts, rigging setups, and jobsite communication protocols.

Licensed & Insured

CA CSLB #848042, general liability, and workers’ comp for peace of mind on every project.

Before We Start

Site walk, gear checks, hazards, and drop zone planning.

  • Tailgate briefing
  • Power line review
  • Property protection

During the Work

Clear commands, spotters, controlled lowering, and debris management.

  • Signal protocol
  • Rigging control
  • Pedestrian safety

After We Finish

Thorough cleanup and a final walkthrough so everything looks great.

  • Rake & blowdown
  • Chip & haul
  • Final inspection

Questions about safety or training?

Talk to a crew lead or request a free on-site assessment.

Business Hours

Mon–Fri 7:00 am–5:00 pm • 24/7 Emergency Response

Safety & Training FAQs

Yes. ANSI A300 pruning standards guide our objectives, cut types, and pruning limits to protect tree structure and health.

We develop a rigging plan during our pre-job briefing, assign a primary communicator, and use friction devices, slings, and redirects to control forces and protect property.

Helmets, eye/ear protection, chainsaw chaps, cut-resistant gloves, fall protection, and high-vis outerwear. Climbers use approved saddles, lanyards, and connectors.

Yes—CA CSLB #848042, general liability, and workers’ comp. We can provide COIs upon request.

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You Can Find Us At

Bay Area Tree Care, Inc.
P.O.Box 20698, El Sobrante, CA

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