# Tree Service Storm Triage Checklist

## Purpose
Use this checklist to sort storm-driven tree calls by real hazard level instead of caller intensity alone.

## First-Call Triage
- tree on structure?
- tree on vehicle?
- utility involvement?
- blocked driveway or access only?
- active hanging limb?
- photos available?
- storm still active?

## Priority Bands
### Red
- active structural contact
- utility-risk present
- hanging hazard over occupied zone

### Orange
- heavy access blockage
- roof impact without immediate utility issue
- unstable large limb with known risk

### Yellow
- standard cleanup
- debris hauling
- non-urgent trimming after storm

## Intake Notes
- address
- homeowner name
- best callback number
- hazard summary
- access notes
- photo status
- weather status

## Script Line
“Let me separate safety risk from cleanup so we can route this correctly and not lose time on the wrong next step.”