LGIS have launched the 2020 Tree Management Guide to support our WA local government members in managing their green assets.

Tree related claims account for approximately one third of all claims referred to the LGIS Liability Scheme. 

In the last two years, more than 870 tree related notifications were lodged with LGIS.

This is by far the most common claim with a single cause.

While trees do not have the highest payouts per claim - these claims can place a toll on local government reputation, on resources required to investigate a claim, and time spent preparing for and attending court by local government employees and contractors.

About the guide

LGIS has developed this guide in direct response to member needs. It's been developed with significant input from members who have generously given their time and expertise to create this resource for the sector.

The guide is a free resource for all LGIS Scheme members. It includes a range of templates and checklists and covers the following areas:

Tree risk mitigation

• Active tree management; understand your area
• Tree risk assessment
• Tree inspection
• Roots inspection
• Tree maintenance
• Who can carry out risk assessment and inspection?
• Consulting and arborist
• Complaint about a tree

Tree risks

• Existing trees
• New trees
• Other risk considerations

Download the guide

Members can download the guide by clicking HERE.