Understanding tree failure-A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: Recent research has indicated an increase in the likelihood and impact of tree failure. The potential for trees to fail relates to various biomechanical and physical factors. Strikingly, there seems to be an absence of tree risk assessment methods supported by observations, despite an increasing availability of variables and parameters measured by scientists, arborists and practitioners. Current urban tree risk assessments vary due to differences in experience, training, and personal opinions of assessors. This stresses the need for a more objective method to assess the hazardousness of urban trees. The aim of this study is to provide an overview of factors that influence tree failure including stem failure, root failure and branch failure. A systematic literature review according to the P

SUBMITTER: van Haaften M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7886209 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature