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SCE prunes the tree in accordance with national standards designed to protect tree health. The pruning focuses on power line clearance and does not necessarily encompass the entire tree or consider the resulting aesthetics.
Vegetation Management FAQ - SCE
Light pruning includes cutting into branches, limbs, and/or trunks 7 inches or less in diameter. The pruning may be up to 6 feet beyond historical trims. The actual amount of trimming required to meet and maintain the required safe clearance from wires is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Pruning and Removal Program FAQ - SCE
Homeowners who hire their own tree trimmers to Prune or remove trees near wires must first notify SCE. This includes work on any tree within 10 feet of SCE lines or trees that could come in contact with wires or equipment if they fall. SCE offers a free “make-safe” program.
Heavy pruning includes cutting into branches, limbs and/or trunks greater than 7 inches in diameter. This may also require trimming or removal of oak trees, conifers and historical trees.
If you wish to trim a tree growing around the power line that runs from the pole to your house, or want to have it trimmed by a professional contractor, please contact us two days before you plan to trim — if you have any concerns, our linemen may de-energize and safely move these pole-to-house power lines out of the way so there
Maintains and documents interactions for tree removals with City, County, State, and Forestry to obtain approvals for SCE to remove listed trees. Coordinates Bio Surveys and provides status of trees to SCE/UTS on Status of Bio.
Choose plants that reduce the risks of fires, power outages and other public safety hazards that can occur if trees or other vegetation grow into or too close to electrical power lines. Plant the right tree in the right location.
Heavy pruning includes cutting into branches, limbs and/or trunks greater than 7 inches in diameter. This may also require trimming or removal of oak trees, conifers and historical trees.
Notch and back cut used to fell trees over 5 inches DBH Tree assessment done Clearly marked and enforced danger zone – 1.5x for rope pullers, 2x for bystanders Feller leaves Danger Zone as soon as tree begins falling Clear three-way communication among all crew members Clearly established and cleared retreat path
To identify, document, and mitigate dead, dying and diseased trees affected by drought and insect infestation that are located within the High Fire Risk Area (HFRA), Utility Strike Zone (USZ), and are expected to pose a risk to electric facilities.