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Quarterly Tree Inspection Checklist

by Stuart Williams, from the Community

This quarterly tree inspection checklist supports grounds teams and arborists in identifying hazards and maintaining safe public areas. It guides users to verify previously reported defects, assess trees for deadwood, leaning or fallen trunks, and low branches at eye level, and note any obstructions to walkways or public spaces. Inspectors can log individual issues with detailed notes, capture administrative details, and document corrective actions. A comments and sign-off section ensures accountability and closure for each inspection cycle.

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