KEEPING TRUNK DIAMETER RECORDS INTERPRETABLE

A diameter value must retain its measurement context. Record the units, position and method required by the brief so the reviewer can distinguish a direct measurement, an estimate and a conversion.

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Tree and stem
Identify which trunk or stem the entry concerns.
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Recorded value
Include the unit with the original measurement.
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Measurement position
Describe the position required by the agreed method.
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Method note
Identify direct measurement, conversion or estimate.
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Limitation
Explain features or access affecting the entry.
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CHECKS
[ ] Agree the measurement convention before collection.
[ ] Do not label circumference as diameter without a documented conversion.
[ ] Check the schedule does not round away useful source information.

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Scope: Follow the applicable commissioned method; this page does not select a diameter measurement standard.

This is a general worksheet, not an automated application feature.
https://canopyapp.app/resources/tree-diameter-recording