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Local council fined after fatal injury of school caretaker
A recent fatal fall from small ladder highlights the importance of assessing working at height
Defra release update to OPM management zones
From 8th March 2023, Defra is introducing changes to the operational boundaries for OPM management zones
DVSA release the latest Light trailer compliance report
Learn how half of the trailers checked as part of this survey by the DVSA failed to pass
The importance of Construction Design and Management compliance
Learn the newest CDM regulations to avoid being fined for potential injuries.
Fencing contractor warns about the dangers of digging blind
A fencing contractor struck an underground gas pipeline whilst using a tracked post knocker.
Defra introducing changes to OPM management zones
Defra will inform of changes to existing Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) management zones in March 2023.
Free risk assessment and method statement templates
Use the free risk assessment templates to protect yourself and others from potential hazards.
Plant Oak Processionary Moth (OPM): Update
Strengthened measures on the importation of most species of oak into England have been put into place to protect native trees from the threat of OPM.
Association issues guidance on tachograph use
The guidance represents a shortened version of the detail available to members. Please contact the Technical Officer for more information.
Care home fined for failing to provide a system to manage trees
Bupa Care homes has pleaded guilty for failing to provide a system to manage trees in a Southampton Care Home