Tree work - Recommendations
BS 3998:2010
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
BS
Abstract
Gives general recommendations for tree work, including management options for established trees and overgrown hedges. Covers safety and planning aspects, scheduling tree work, management of the rooting environment, pruning and related work, treatment of wounds and other injuries and management of decay - cavities and water pockets, management of weak structures, tree felling and stump management and completion of work.
History
Supersedes BS 3998:1989. Came into effect 31 December 2010.
ISBN
9780580537776
Subjects
- Plants
- External works and landscaping
Publisher History
With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.
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