Tree Risk Assessments:

A Tree Risk Assessment evaluates the safety and stability of trees, particularly those in high-use areas (e.g., public parks, schools, church grounds), assessing their potential to cause harm to people or property.

Key Elements:

Tree Inspection: A systematic assessment of tree health and structure, including signs of decay, disease, deadwood, cracks, root plate instability, or other defects that may indicate a risk of failure.

Risk Rating: Based on the likelihood of failure and potential harm, a risk rating is assigned. This is typically guided by frameworks such as the Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA), which is widely recognised in the UK and the system of which is used by us.

Management Recommendations: Provides advice on how to manage risk, which may include pruning, cabling, or removing hazardous trees to prevent harm. If no action is needed, ongoing monitoring may be recommended.

Legal and Safety Compliance: Helps landowners meet their legal responsibilities under the Occupiers' Liability Act 1957 and 1984, which requires them to ensure visitors' safety from foreseeable tree-related risks.