5 Tree Felling Concerns in Lancashire

A larch outbreak has been confirmed in the north west of England, the second such site outside of the South West. The next known larch outbreak is around 60 miles away, in the Peak District. The Lancashire County Council is responsible for the land where the felling is taking place. In order to minimise risk, Lancashire County Council has imposed strict guidelines on the felling of larch trees.

Trespassing

When people cut down trees, they are committing a crime, but not all trespassing cases involve the same level of culpability. Timber trespass cases typically involve multiple potentially liable parties. A landowner hires an independent contractor to cut down trees, and this contractor relies on the landowner’s knowledge of the trees’ location. When a tree falls on someone else’s property, the removal is considered timber trespassing. Under the Porter Act, the landowner and the contractor are held jointly and severally liable for damages. However, if only one of the parties is responsible for the trespass, the neighbor is still allowed to sue the landowner.

Trespassing is illegal for any type of illegal activity. Trespassing occurs when you cut down trees on another person’s property without permission. This can be intentional or accidental, and in any event, it is considered an act of negligence. When a tree is accidentally fell or damaged, it is trespass. Despite the potential liability, it’s still essential to obtain permission before carrying out any type of trespassing.

Ramorum disease

There has been a spike in spores of P. ramorum, a fungal pathogen, in tree felling operations in Lancashire. The Forestry Commission recently published its Situation Report on P. ramorum in larch, which shows that the disease has become more widespread in the region. The increase in SPHNs compared to last year’s peak period is surprising, as it is believed that infested trees can spread by wind.

This fungal pathogen causes lethal bole cankers on oaks and larch trees, and it can cause sudden death of oaks and larch trees. It also causes foliar blight on a wide range of native and horticultural nursery crops. While there is no way to detect the pathogen, it is widespread and has been responsible for the death of tens of thousands of trees in the UK.

Correct height for felling

If you are considering having a tree felling service perform the job, you must know the correct height for trees. You may need to remove the tree for a variety of reasons, such as its size or risk of damage. Just Trees Uk provides the equipment and trained tree surgeons to complete this work safely and efficiently. If you are unsure about the correct height for a tree, contact us for a free consultation and a quote.

Safety precautions

In order to ensure the safety of both the tree feller and the public, there are certain precautions that must be taken before a tree falls. The faller must first secure an area two and a half times the height of the tree. When the tree falls, the feller must secure the entire downhill side, as the materials may roll for a long distance. He or she must also establish a safety zone, and must direct people to stay outside of it.

When performing tree felling work, it is important to be aware of the location of any power lines in the area. If there are any, call the relevant utility company before proceeding. If the tree is overpowering a power line, it is advisable to call a local utility company to make arrangements to safely remove it. In addition, the feller should check for any limbs that may fall. Falls of trees from this position can result in severe injuries and sometimes fatalities.