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Pre-Inspector Level 1 Training

Pre-Inspector Level 1 Training is an 80-hour workforce training program designed to prepare participants for entry-level Pre-Inspector roles in Utility Vegetation Management. The program develops the knowledge and field-based skills needed to assess vegetation conditions near electric infrastructure, evaluate potential risks, and recommend appropriate mitigation actions.

Through the two-week course, participants cover topics including:

Utility Vegetation Management regulations and industry fundamentals
Electrical Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP)
Tree biology, growth patterns, and tree identification
Utility Tree Risk Assessment (UTRA), including Fall-On and Grow-In conditions
Customer communication and professional documentation
Safety and emergency response

The program is designed around entry-level workforce preparation and current employer needs, helping participants build a strong foundation for employment in the utility vegetation management industry. Pre-Inspector positions can offer competitive wages, with some entry-level opportunities starting around $35 per hour plus benefits.

Because the training requires full-time participation, some participants may qualify for financial support through the UVM Scholarship Program. Eligibility requirements apply, and funding is not guaranteed.

Participants can apply for scholarship support here.

CONTACT US

info@uvmscholarships.org

CONTACT US

info@uvmscholarships.org