VALID Tree Risk-Benefit Assessment

[K.T.S Tom]

Iv been reading into VALID and do like the look of it.

How recognised is it in the uk and would tree officers accept it? Be interested to hear thoughts from tree officers.

[Khriss]

Shall look at this in Work Time ( just saw this Sunday morning whence ain't being paid  ) K

[daltontrees]

So far this is promotion and advertising, but if VALID is as comprehensive as it claims, it could be a boon to society and the industry. My concern is that unless it is either fully open to scrutiny by its users OR VALID is guaranteeing that it meets the duty of care for consultants and tree owners, then it is a big risk for its users.

 

Is VALID willing to answer questions about the system, or are there plans for publication and peer review before it comes into use?

[Khriss]

Any system that is subjective ( by the assessor / surveyor ) in use - ain't gonna be bomb proof. My job requires 0% error on paper. Which isn't possible with trees. K

[richyrich]

Has anyone used VALID? If so opinions on it, etc? Thanks