Trees and powerlines have never been good friends. That’s why Lanracorp takes vegetation management very seriously. Our job isn’t simply trimming trees, but we play a vital role in keeping the public safe, maintaining a reliable power source for our clients, and preventing disasters.
Public Safety
At Lanracorp, our number one priority is safety above all. Not only does this benefit our employees, but our customers and community members as well. When untamed vegetation comes into contact with a powerline, it can send electricity through the entire tree. If any person comes into contact with an electrically infused trunk or branch, they can suffer from electrocution. Electrical hazards cause more than 300 deaths and 4,000 injuries each year, which is why a proper vegetation management plan is crucial for the safety of the public.
System Reliability
Proper vegetation management heavily contributes to the reliability of electrical systems. When tree limbs and plant growth take over, power lines are damaged and electric service is disrupted. This can result in vast power outages and blackouts which can be costly and inconvenient for those affected. Outages cost an average of about $18 billion to $33 billion per year in the United States. As a developed country that requires electricity for most of our daily responsibilities, extended outages can cause major life disruption – especially blackouts that have the potential to last for multiple consecutive days.
Disaster Control
Arguably one of the most dangerous consequences of poor vegetation management is fires. If trees have grown past the safe limit, winds have the ability to blow loose branches and limbs into power lines. When these two collide, it can spark a fire. Sometimes these charged wires fall on nearby dry grass, setting it ablaze and causing severe damage. Even when wildfires don’t occur, it is possible that a hot tree branch can threaten the safety of individual homes. Now more than ever we are witnessing the devastating effects of wildfires, but Lanracorp is dedicated to limiting these tragedies by implementing proper vegetation management.
At Lanracorp, it’s not just about the paycheck. We understand the larger impact we make by providing quality vegetation management services. When you partner with us, you get to be a part of the impact. We urge our clients to incorporate a vegetation management plan with their ROW service package. It’s crucial to maintaining a safe and clean ROW long after the job is done. If you care about safety, reliable electricity, and preventing devastating disasters – let’s work together.