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Job Name	Tree Trimmers & Pruners
Description	Cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain right-of-way for roads, sidewalks, or utilities, or to improve appearance, health, and value of tree. Prune or treat trees or shrubs using handsaws, pruning hooks, sheers, and clippers. May use truck-mounted lifts and power pruners. May fill cavities in trees to promote healing and prevent deterioration. Exclude workers who primarily perform duties of pesticide handlers/applicators or lawn maintenance workers.
Category	Grounds Maintenance
SOC Code	37-3013
Job Tasks	High risk job tasks associated with this job: Handle agents that cause allergic contact dermatitis or contact urticaria Machine wood and inhale dust Touch plants containing thorns, splinters, or spaghum moss Work in tick infested area