Tree maintenance can be dangerous without the right training and equipment. Trees can also pose safety risks when they fall or are at risk of falling. In all situations, the team at Medway Tree Surgeons maintains the highest level of health and safety for us, our customers and the wider public. Below, we look at the hazards posed by trees and how we uphold standards when performing tree surgery, stump grinding and commercial site clearances.
When you need a general or emergency tree surgeon in Chatham or the surrounding areas, please contact us on 07899 995798.
Old, diseased and damaged trees can pose safety risks to anyone nearby because there is a higher chance of these trees falling onto people or property. Poorly maintained trees can also be dangerous due to the risk of falling deadwood. Furthermore, fallen trees on roads can block access for emergency vehicles and cause road traffic collisions, while a tree blocking a pathway can result in pedestrians walking into the road and the path of moving traffic. Tree stumps can also be a hazard because people can trip over them and injure themselves.
Medway Tree Surgeons offers a full range of tree maintenance, grounds maintenance, stump grinding and commercial site clearance services to minimise these risks. As emergency tree surgeons, we also provide expert solutions to restore safety on sites in Chatham and across Kent.
Tree surgery is a high-risk profession. The main risks involved are:
Our team takes various steps to uphold the highest levels of health and safety, and to ensure full compliance with industry regulations, including:
Tree surgeons must complete extensive training in various areas, such as:
Our team uses the appropriate safety equipment for each job in Chatham and wider Kent, ensuring we carry out tree surgery and stump removal both safely and efficiently. This safety equipment ranges from harnesses and ropes to helmets, eye protection and chainsaw trousers.
We need to complete a risk assessment before starting work to identify and mitigate potential hazards. This forms part of our professional service for tree pruning, tree felling, stump grinding and commercial site clearance.
Whether undertaking work as a general or emergency tree surgeon, our company maintains excellent communication throughout our team to ensure everyone understands the plan, potential hazards and safety procedures. Communication continues throughout the job to deliver coordinated and safe tree surgery.
Our team is available for the following services:
