State of Maine Code of Ethics for Arborists

A. Will promote the highest ethical standards of personal conduct in the field of Arboriculture.

B. Will inform the general public of proper and adequate shade tree care and will discourage the promotion of techniques, methods and materials that have not been adequately tested and approved.

C. Will strive for increasing knowledge of Arboriculture by attending Arborist meetings, workshops, and seminars and by subscribing to trade journals and publications.

D. Will meet all the requiements for a licensed Arborist including the carrying of liability insurance to protect themselves and the public when performing arboricultural activities.

E. Will aid the Maine Arborist Examining Board in updating the Arborist exams, and any amendments to the Arborist Law that will further ensure equitable and ethical standards in the field of Arboriculture.

F. Will strive to share our knowledge in the field of Arboriculture with fellow Arborists and to promote safe practices.

G. Will be truthful in all verbal and written statements concerning arboricultural services offered.

H. Will only recommend arboricultural practices that ensure proper tree care.

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