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treestyle · 11th July 2007, 02:32 AM

This is a report that i'm working on to accompany my quote, they didn't ask for a report but i thought that it would be good practice.

Any corrections or constructive criticism would be appreciated. maybe even if you would like to post some of your own reports?

Thanks!

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Large (approx 25-30m) Spotted Gum.

Without a thorough aerial inspection it is not possible to give a truly accurate report of the structural integrity of the tree. No tree can ever be considered 100% safe.

From the ground (with the exception of one branch) the tree appeared to be of a sound structure with no signs of included or weak branch attachments, minimal deadwood and no fungus brackets could be seen.

The topside of the lowest branch union (fork) showed signs of ?bleeding?. The tree produces keno (sap) in response to an attack, which has penetrated the bark. In this case the attack has more then likely come from either birds or insects. It is impossible to determine the extent of damage to the branch union, without an up-close inspection. Depending upon the severity of the damage, we would either remove the entire branch. Or, selectively prune to reduce the overall weight of the branch.

In order to minimize the chance of branch failure it is correct practice to selectively remove any redundant growth, deadwood and crossing or rubbing branches. It is also recommended to reduce the weight loads at the end of long crowded branches. Whilst doing this the canopy is ?thinned? out, allowing the tree to remain less affected by high winds. Although these methods will reduce the chance of structural failure, it will not totally guarantee 100% structural integrity.

11th July 2007, 02:32 AM	#6 (permalink)
treestyle Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Brisbane Posts: 123	sound professional? This is a report that i'm working on to accompany my quote, they didn't ask for a report but i thought that it would be good practice. Any corrections or constructive criticism would be appreciated. maybe even if you would like to post some of your own reports? Thanks! ......................................................................... Large (approx 25-30m) Spotted Gum. Without a thorough aerial inspection it is not possible to give a truly accurate report of the structural integrity of the tree. No tree can ever be considered 100% safe. From the ground (with the exception of one branch) the tree appeared to be of a sound structure with no signs of included or weak branch attachments, minimal deadwood and no fungus brackets could be seen. The topside of the lowest branch union (fork) showed signs of ?bleeding?. The tree produces keno (sap) in response to an attack, which has penetrated the bark. In this case the attack has more then likely come from either birds or insects. It is impossible to determine the extent of damage to the branch union, without an up-close inspection. Depending upon the severity of the damage, we would either remove the entire branch. Or, selectively prune to reduce the overall weight of the branch. In order to minimize the chance of branch failure it is correct practice to selectively remove any redundant growth, deadwood and crossing or rubbing branches. It is also recommended to reduce the weight loads at the end of long crowded branches. Whilst doing this the canopy is ?thinned? out, allowing the tree to remain less affected by high winds. Although these methods will reduce the chance of structural failure, it will not totally guarantee 100% structural integrity.