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Driving for Better Business: vehicle roadworthiness
Road safety topics to improve operator understanding of vehicle roadworthiness in the landscape industry.

Tree Health Pilot grant extended
Extension of grant will provide access to multiple funding opportunities.

Reminder of rebated fuel (red diesel) rules
The rules concerning red diesel use by landscapers changed in 2022, learn when you can and cannot use it in your machinery...

Forestry Commission acting to minimise Ips Typographus damage and spread
The Forestry Commission has implemented targeted measures to mitigate the spread of Ips Typographus, commonly known as the eight-toothed spruce bark beetle.

Updates to the Tree Health Pilot scheme
The Tree Health Pilot Scheme (THP) 2024 is a grant-based initiative designed to support landowners, tenants, and land managers.

Learning from the Arboriculture and Forestry Advisory Group Health and Safety Bulletin
The "Initial Notifications 2024" bulletin to inform the industry about several fatal incidents involving workers in forestry and arboriculture.

Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS): key messages and preventive measures
Approximately 2 million workers in the UK are at risk of developing HAVS, making it a significant occupational health concern.

Understanding waste classification
The Waste Classification Technical Guidance (WM3) is a vital document to assist with the handling, processing, or disposing of waste materials.

TreeAlert update launched
Updates to TreeAlert tool broaden usefulness to industry

Lost in translation: the challenge of managing clients
The secret to successful projects lies in managing client expectations.