SS 724 Level 1 : Awareness — Understanding the Rules
Course Overview
Trees are essential assets in urban environments, providing shade, biodiversity, and environmental benefits. However, improper tree care and poor maintenance practices can create serious safety risks for the public and the surrounding infrastructure.
The Mastering SS 724: Complete Tree Care Compliance Certification course provides landscape professionals, arborists, and tree care workers with a comprehensive understanding of the SS 724 Tree Care Standards and best practices for safe and effective tree management.
This course is designed to help learners understand the key requirements of Singapore’s tree care compliance framework, while developing practical knowledge that can be applied directly in landscape maintenance and arboriculture operations.
Through structured lessons, real-world examples, and visual demonstrations, learners will gain the skills needed to maintain trees safely, assess potential risks, and ensure compliance with professional tree care standards aligned with global arboriculture practices.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the structure and purpose of SS 724 Tree Care Standards
• Identify proper tree pruning methods and maintenance practices
• Recognise tree defects and potential hazards
• Apply safe work practices during tree care operations
• Understand compliance requirements for professional landscape work
• Improve decision-making in tree management and maintenance
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal for:
- Landscape workers and supervisors
• Tree climbers and groundsmen
• Arborists and tree care professionals
• Landscape contractors and maintenance teams
• Government or municipal landscape personnel
• Students studying arboriculture or landscape management
No advanced arboriculture experience is required, making the course suitable for both entry-level workers and experienced professionals seeking to strengthen their compliance knowledge.
Course Features
🌳 Industry-Focused Content
Learn practical tree care knowledge used in real landscape operations.
📱 Mobile-Friendly Learning
Access lessons anytime from a smartphone, tablet, or computer.
🌍 Multilingual Support
Designed for Singapore’s diverse workforce with learning-friendly explanations.
🎓 Professional Certification
Upon completion, learners receive a Treescape Digital Academy Certificate recognising their knowledge in tree care compliance.
| Module 1 | Module 1.1: What is Singapore Standard SS 724? | |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | What is Singapore Standard SS 724? | |
| Module 2 | Module 2.1: The Five Key Elements of Pre-Pruning Assessment | |
| Unit 1 | The Five Key Elements of Pre-Pruning AssessmentWhy Do We Need SS 724? | |
| Module 3 | Module 3: Pre-Pruning Assessment | |
| Unit 1 | Pre-Pruning Assessment | |
| Module 4 | Module 3.2: How to Complete the SS 724 Pre-Pruning Checklist | |
| Unit 1 | How to Complete the SS 724 Pre-Pruning Checklist | |
| Module 5 | Module 4.1: Pruning Techniques and Cut Quality | |
| Unit 1 | Pruning Techniques and Cut Quality | |
| Module 6 | Module 5.1: Post-Pruning Monitoring | |
| Unit 1 | Post-Pruning Monitoring | |
| Module 7 | Module 6.1: Crown Cleaning | |
| Unit 1 | Crown Cleaning | |
| Module 8 | Module 7.1: Safety in Pruning Operations | |
| Unit 1 | Safety in Pruning Operations | |
| Module 9 | Module 8.1: Structural Pruning | |
| Unit 1 | Structural Pruning |