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Scunthorpe General Hospital, Cliff Gardens, Scunthorpe DN15 7BH
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Tree Survey Data & Recommendations of Works

Zone Ref Tag No Species Structure Physiology Tree Defects / Issues Recommendations of works (*denotes preferred works) Risk Rating Work Priority
T1 1612 Horse Chestnut Fair Good Cavity on the main stem (SE @ 0.4m AGL), with associated minor decay to exposed heartwood, exhibiting good reaction growth (GRG). Monitor triennially, or sooner should the condition of the identified defect deteriorate. Monitor
T2 Beech Fair Good DW >50mm. Ivy infestation. Small cavities developing at historic pruning sites, but exhibiting good reaction growth (GRG). Remove all DW >50mm. Sever Ivy. Monitor identified defects triennially, or sooner should their condition deteriorate. 7 High
T3 306 Beech Poor Fair Significant DW (>180mm) within the upper crown. Multiple DW >50mm throughout the crown. Tree exhibiting signs of decline, with CDB. Remove all DW >50mm. Monitor triennially, or sooner should the condition of the tree deteriorate further. 9 High
T4 307 Beech Fair Good Included bark union (IBU) at the main stem union, with a developing compression fork. DW >50mm. Remove all DW >50mm. Monitor triennially, and following significant adverse weather events. 7 High
T5 308 Beech Fair Good DW >50mm. Remove all DW >50mm. 6 High
T6 310 Beech Decaying Poor Fungal fruiting bodies (FFB) identified as Giant Polypore (Meripilus giganteus) at the base (W). Additional saprotrophic FFB at the base (E), potentially consistent with Glistening Inkcap (Coprinellus micaceus). Possible FFB on the main stem (SE @ 1.8m AGL), potentially consistent with Cinder Fungus (Kretzschmaria deusta). Large historic pruning wound (S @ 2m AGL) exhibiting associated decay and no evident reaction growth, with signs of a previous FFB attachment site. Sounding hammer testing produced a hollow response directly below the wound, indicating suspected internal decay. Horizontal bark split (W), approximately 1.5m in length, with no evident reaction growth. Sounding hammer testing produced responses consistent with suspected internal decay around the split. Further sounding hammer testing indicated multiple areas of suspected internal decay throughout the main stem, predominantly within the southern to western portions. Tree exhibiting signs of physiological decline, including CDB and poor reaction growth around areas of decay and historic pruning wounds. Fell. 11 Urgent
T7 Willow (Weeping) Fair Good Previously pollarded at approximately 2m AGL, exhibiting vigorous regrowth. Fungal fruiting bodies (FFB) observed at the base (N), potentially consistent with Spectacular Rustgill (Gymnopilus junonius). Monitor triennially, or sooner should the condition of the tree deteriorate. Monitor
T8 Ash Good Good Self-seeded Ash with the potential to cause structural damage. Fell and treat stump to prevent regrowth. Low
T9 Willow Fair Good Potentially weak union at the main fork. Minor DW <50mm. Monitor triennially, and following significant adverse weather events. Monitor
G1 Incl. Rowan, Whitebeam Good Good Low hanging branches (LHB) extending over the footpath. Minor DW. Crown lift (CL) to achieve 2.5m clearance above the footpath. Low
T10 Norway Maple Fair Good Ivy infestation restricting visual inspection of the main stem and limbs. Minor DW. Sever Ivy and undertake a further inspection once the Ivy has died back. Medium
T11 Norway Maple Fair Fair Minor DW. Possible early signs of CDB. Monitor for signs of physiological decline during the next growing season's leaf flush. Monitor
T12 Ash Decaying Dead Small dead Ash located in close proximity to parking spaces. Fell. Medium
T13 Rowan Fair Good Included bark union (IBU) with a developing compression fork. Monitor triennially, and following significant adverse weather events. Monitor
T14 1615 Beech Good Good Low hanging branches (LHB) extending over the public footpath. Crown lift (CL) to achieve 2.5m clearance above the public footpath. Medium
T15 1616 Norway Maple Fair Good Damage to the main stem (E @ 0.3m AGL). Extensive bark damage to the main stem, extending into the main limb (W). Both areas exhibit good reaction growth (GRG) around the damaged tissues. Monitor identified defects triennially, or sooner should their condition deteriorate. Monitor
T16 Whitebeam Fair Good Historic poor pruning wounds (N @ 1.8m AGL), exhibiting good reaction growth (GRG). Monitor identified defects triennially, and following significant adverse weather events. Monitor
T17 Laburnum Poor Fair Multi-stem (3), comprising one dead stem and one top-heavy stem. Tree exhibiting suppression from an adjacent tree. Fell the dead and top-heavy stems, retaining the smallest stem. Medium
T18 Lime Fair Good Potentially weak union at the main fork. Monitor the identified union triennially, and following significant adverse weather events. Monitor
G2 Incl. Sycamore, Ash, Hawthorn. Fair Fair Woodland group located in close proximity to hospital residential housing. DW >50mm and Ivy infestation present. Tree canopies encroaching upon adjacent buildings. Ash Dieback (ADB) present within the group. The steeply sloping bank restricted access and prevented a thorough assessment of all trees within the group. Remove all DW >50mm from trees within 10m of residential housing. Sever Ivy on all trees with a DBH >200mm within 15m of housing, retaining Ivy on smaller, structurally stable trees to preserve potential roosting and nesting habitat. Maintain a minimum clearance of 5m between tree canopies and residential housing. Establish an annual maintenance programme for the removal of DW >50mm and management of Ivy infestation. Monitor annually for progression of ADB symptoms and the development of previously unobserved defects, or following significant adverse weather events. Medium
G3 Incl. Sycamore, Ash, Hawthorn. Fair Fair Woodland group located in close proximity to the staff car park. DW >50mm and Ivy infestation present. Ash Dieback (ADB) present within the group. The steeply sloping bank restricted access and prevented a thorough assessment of all trees within the group. Remove all DW >50mm from trees within 10m of car park spaces. Sever Ivy on all trees with a DBH >200mm within 10m of car park spaces, retaining Ivy on smaller, structurally stable trees to preserve potential roosting and nesting habitat. Maintain a minimum clearance of 3m between tree canopies and car park spaces. Establish an annual maintenance programme for the removal of DW >50mm and management of Ivy infestation. Monitor annually for progression of ADB symptoms and the development of previously unobserved defects, or following significant adverse weather events. Medium
G4 Incl. Sycamore, Ash, Hawthorn. Fair Fair Woodland group located in close proximity to hospital residential housing, the staff car park, and pedestrian and vehicular access routes. DW >50mm and Ivy infestation present. Ash Dieback (ADB) present within the group, including some small dead Ash (<5m in height). The steeply sloping bank and dense understory vegetation restricted access and prevented a thorough assessment of all trees within the group. Remove all DW >50mm from trees within 10m of residential housing. Sever Ivy on all trees with a DBH >200mm, retaining Ivy on smaller, structurally stable trees to preserve potential roosting and nesting habitat. Fell all dead trees. Maintain a minimum clearance of 5m between tree canopies and residential housing. Establish an annual maintenance programme for the removal of DW >50mm and management of Ivy infestation. Monitor annually for progression of ADB symptoms and the development of previously unobserved defects, or following significant adverse weather events. Medium
G5 Incl. Sycamore, Ash, Hawthorn, Poplar Fair Fair Woodland group located in close proximity to public residential housing and associated gardens, the staff car park, and pedestrian and vehicular access routes. DW >50mm and Ivy infestation present. Ash Dieback (ADB) present within the group. The steeply sloping bank and dense understory vegetation restricted access and prevented a thorough assessment of all trees within the group. Remove all DW >50mm. Sever Ivy on all trees with a DBH >200mm, retaining Ivy on smaller, structurally stable trees to preserve potential roosting and nesting habitat. Establish an annual maintenance programme for the removal of DW >50mm and management of Ivy infestation. Monitor annually for progression of ADB symptoms and the development of previously unobserved defects, or following significant adverse weather events. Medium
T19 Sycamore Fair Good Multi-stem (3), with included bark union (IBU) and developing compression fork. No evidence of splitting or movement observed at the time of inspection. Monitor identified defects annually, or sooner should their condition deteriorate, and following significant adverse weather events. Monitor
T20 Ash Fair Fair Multi-stem (3), with an included bark union (IBU) at the base of the two remaining dominant stems. Basal cavity (S @ 0.15m AGL), with a decay probe depth of 600mm, measured downwards. Symptoms potentially consistent with Ash Dieback (ADB), including dieback of epicormic/basal growth and within the upper crown. Tree located in close proximity to, and leaning towards, adjacent public residential property. Pollard to approximately 10m above ground level. Monitor identified defects triennially, or sooner should their condition deteriorate or symptoms of suspected ADB progress. 10 High
T21 Ash Fair Good Co-dominant stems with an included bark union (IBU) and developing compression fork. Minor bark damage (E @ 1.8m AGL), exhibiting good reaction growth (GRG) at the wound margins. DW >50mm overhanging car park spaces. Possible symptoms of Ash Dieback (ADB), including crown dieback (CDB). Remove all DW >50mm. Monitor identified defects triennially, or sooner should their condition deteriorate, symptoms of suspected ADB progress, or following significant adverse weather events. 7 High
T22 Ash Poor Fair Tree exhibiting a pronounced lean towards adjacent car park spaces. Basal cavity with associated decay (S @ 0.35m AGL), with a decay probe depth of 550mm, measured downwards. Signs of possible cracking within the main stem. Symptoms potentially consistent with Ash Dieback (ADB), including crown dieback (CDB). DW >50mm. Fell. 9 High
T23 Ash Fair Fair Tree exhibiting an unbalanced crown, biased towards adjacent car park spaces. Symptoms potentially consistent with Ash Dieback (ADB), including crown dieback (CDB). DW >50mm. Crown reduce (CR) the southern canopy overhanging the car park by approximately 5m. Remove all DW >50mm. Monitor triennially, or sooner should symptoms of suspected ADB progress. 7 High
G6 Incl. Sycamore, Ash, Hawthorn. Fair Fair Woodland group located in close proximity to the staff car park. DW >50mm and Ivy infestation present. Ash Dieback (ADB) present within the group. Remove all DW >50mm from trees within 10m of car park spaces. Sever Ivy on all trees with a DBH >200mm within 10m of car park spaces, retaining Ivy on smaller, structurally stable trees to preserve potential roosting and nesting habitat. Establish an annual maintenance programme for the removal of DW >50mm and management of Ivy infestation. Monitor annually for progression of ADB symptoms and the development of previously unobserved defects, or following significant adverse weather events. Medium
T24 Sycamore Poor Fair Significant crown dieback (CDB). Ivy infestation. Tree located in close proximity to car park spaces. Pollard, retaining the five lowest growth points on the main stem. Sever Ivy. 7 High
G7 Incl. Sycamore, Ash, Hawthorn. Fair Fair Woodland group located in close proximity to the staff car park. DW >50mm and Ivy infestation present. Ash Dieback (ADB) present within the group. The steeply sloping bank and dense understory vegetation restricted access and prevented a thorough assessment of all trees within the group. Remove all DW >50mm from trees within 10m of car park spaces. Sever Ivy on all trees with a DBH >200mm within 10m of car park spaces, retaining Ivy on smaller, structurally stable trees to preserve potential roosting and nesting habitat. Establish an annual maintenance programme for the removal of DW >50mm and management of Ivy infestation. Monitor annually for progression of ADB symptoms and the development of previously unobserved defects, or following significant adverse weather events. Medium
KEY: (ADB) Ash Die Back, (AGL) Above Ground Level, (CDB) Crown Die Back, (CL) Crown Lift, (CR) Crown Reduce, (DW) Deadwood, (FFB) Fungal Fruiting Bodies, (GRG) Good Reactional Growth, (HLL) Historical Limb Loss, (IBU) Included Bark Unions, (LHB) Low Hanging Branches, (NAR) No Action Required, (PRoW) Public Right of Way