Arboriculture Terms

in the United States. regulations that address and specify fire prevention standards and measures. Affects utility arboriculture because it defines minimum clearance distances to be maintained between vegetation and electrical conductors. Also addresses issues pertaining to flammable liquids. hazardous materials storage. explosives. and new construction and building operations.

document that describes how urban forestry goals are to be accomplished within a defined time frame; includes tasks. priorities. best management practices. standards. specifications. budgets. and staffing analyses.

an individual trained in or practicing ‘ urban forestry. “