RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Risk Assessment and Risk Perception of Trees: A Review of Literature Relating to Arboriculture and Urban Forestry
JF Arboriculture & Urban Forestry (AUF)
FD International Society of Arboriculture
SP 26
OP 38
DO 10.48044/jauf.2019.003
VO 45
IS 1
A1 Klein, Ryan W.
A1 Koeser, Andrew K.
A1 Hauer, Richard J.
A1 Hansen, Gail
A1 Escobedo, Francisco J.
YR 2019
UL http://auf.isa-arbor.com/content/45/1/26.abstract
AB In the presence of a target, tree failures have the potential to damage property, disrupt services, or threaten public safety. Worldwide, several qualitative methods have been developed to provide a systematic approach for tree risk assessment and management. The consistency and accuracy of these methods, the values placed on the tree in question and its potential targets, and the risk perceptions and levels of acceptance of the evaluator and tree owner all influence how risk is managed. This review explores the concept of risk, examines and contrasts the most commonly referenced tree risk assessment methods, and summarizes research on public perceptions of trees and the risk of trees and greenspaces in built environments. The review identifies general summarized themes and gaps in the available literature to guide future research.