Section 001-751-7 - EXAMINATIONExaminations are based on a written Study Guide available from the Department.
A. First Class and Master Level examinations will include both a written and a practical section.B. Written exam questions shall be objective - True/False, multiple choice, etc. The practical examination section will consist of demonstrated skills and knowledge in the various aspects of arboriculture.C. Oral examinations at the First Class level will be provided to individuals with recognized disabilities upon request and approval of the Department. Oral exams shall cover the same information as the written exams and will be scheduled by the Department.D. Specific examination components and the passing grade required for each category of licensing shall be as follows: 1. Apprentice Landscape or Apprentice Utility Arborist - no examination required2. First Class Landscape or First Class Utility Arborista. Exam will consist of: i. a written open book section covering: A. information found in the Study Guide available from the Department.B. information concerning the "American National Standards for Tree Care Operations", ANSI Z133.1 and ANSI A300, produced by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).ii. a practical demonstration of the applicant's knowledge of tree pest and/or tree identification, the safe use of arborist tools and equipment, and approved arboricultural techniques.b. The passing grade will be 70% or better.3. Master Landscape or Master Utility Arborista. Exam will consist of:i. a written closed book section covering:A. all information in the Study Guide available from the Department.B. all information concerning the "American National Standard for Tree Care Operations", ANSI Z133.1 and ANSI A300, produced by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).ii. a practical demonstration of the applicant's knowledge of tree identification, insect and disease identification, and problem solving.b. The passing grade will be 75% or better.01-001 C.M.R. ch. 751, § 7