Tree Removal and Safety Improvement on the A505

Client

Fordham Farming Partnership

Location

Odsey Estate, Baldock, Hertfordshire

Challenge

• Four mature sycamores and one mature beech tree were identified as leaning heavily over the A505 highway, posing a significant liability and safety risk due to the possibility of branches falling or the tree falling over in high winds.
• To conduct a tree condition survey of the entire estate where roads and footpaths were a concern.

Solution

• Removal of the trees to a safe height of approximately 4m, retaining them as screening.
• Logs and chips were left in situ as per the client’s request.
• A MEWP (Cherry Picker) was employed to ensure safety and control during the operation.
• Shelford organised the project from tree survey through to completing all the necessary works, saving the client time and money.
• High-speed traffic management was implemented to protect both the work crew and road users during the tree removal process.

Outcome

• The dangerous trees were removed, eliminating the risk of falling branches or trees falling onto the A505.
• The work was completed efficiently and professionally, with minimal disruption to traffic flow.
• The client was extremely satisfied with the quality of the work and the level of safety maintained throughout the project.