12 Feb Gold Standard Tree Care

We are delighted to announce that Out There Trees Ltd has successfully renewed our accreditation as an Arb Approved Contractor with the Arb Association (Arboricultural Association).

This prestigious accreditation is the badge of quality in the UK tree care industry. It confirms that our operations, health and safety procedures, and the quality of our tree work continue to meet the rigorous standards required by the nation’s leading arboricultural body.

Our current certificate (Licence No: AC2585) is valid from 05 February 2026 to 04 February 2027, ensuring our clients can continue to book us with absolute confidence.

What is an “Arb Approved Contractor”?

Many people might not realise that the tree surgery industry in the UK is not regulated by the government. Technically, anyone can buy a chainsaw and call themselves a “tree surgeon.” This makes finding a trustworthy professional difficult for homeowners and commercial site managers alike.

The Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor scheme was established to solve this problem. It is the only comprehensive accreditation scheme for tree surgery businesses in the UK. To achieve this status, a business is not just “signed off”; it is physically assessed by industry experts.

The assessment covers:

Work Quality: ensuring tree surgery, felling, and planting meet the British Standard (BS 3998).
Health & Safety: rigid compliance with safety laws to protect the public, our staff, and your property.
Customer Care: proving high levels of customer service and business integrity.

Why This Matters for Our Clients

Renewing this status isn’t just a paperwork exercise for us; it is a guarantee of quality for you. When you choose Out There Trees Ltd, you are choosing a company that has been vetted and approved by the industry’s top authority.

1. Verified Safety Standards (SSIP)
As part of our accreditation, we also hold SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) membership. This validates our health and safety competence specifically for Tree Planting, Tree Surgery, and Tree Felling. For commercial clients and local authorities, this streamlines the procurement process, proving we are safe to work on your site without the need for excessive additional vetting.

2. Risk Management
Tree work is high-risk. By hiring an Arb Approved Contractor, you minimise your liability. You know that we carry the correct insurance, have the right training, and follow the correct risk assessment protocols.

3. Tree Health and Aesthetics
Bad pruning can kill a tree or leave it unsafe. Our accreditation proves we understand tree biology. We don’t just cut; we care for the tree to ensure its longevity and safety within its environment.

Committed to Excellence in 2026

We are proud to display the Arboricultural Association logo on our vehicles and paperwork. It represents the hard work of our entire team—from the office staff managing our compliance to the climbers and ground staff executing complex removals rain or shine.

If you require tree surgery, felling, or planting services in 2026, ensure you are using a contractor who has been measured against the highest standards in the UK.

Looking for an Arb Approved Contractor?
Contact Out There Trees Ltd today for a consultation or quote.