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Injuries arising from tree works
Tree work is a common cause of death and major injury in landscape maintenance. The risks must to be managed.
03 Jul 2024 | Technical News
Exploiting exotic pathogens as mycoherbicides against Japanese knotweed
Can biological control offer an alternative to chemicals methods?
26 Jun 2024 | Technical News
Alcohol limits in the workplace
Remember: the drink driving limit may be different to the site limit.
26 Jun 2024 | Technical News
Phytophotodermatitis
Remain vigilant for plants whose sap may cause injuries to operatives this summer.
19 Jun 2024 | Technical News
Safe working in the sun
Over 230,000 cases of non-melanoma skin cancer are diagnosed annually in the UK with rates predicted to reach almost 400,000 per year by 2025.
19 Jun 2024 | Technical News
Users of Professional Plant Protection Products reminded to register with Defra
Registration essential for users of all professional plant protection products.
12 Jun 2024 | Technical News
Members report visits from pesticide enforcement officers
Preparation key to successful visits from officers.
12 Jun 2024 | Technical News
Defra issue warning ahead of OPM hatching season
Vigilance urged amongst members working on oak trees.
05 Jun 2024 | Technical News
Ips typographus update
Woodland managers, landowners and the forestry industry are encouraged to remain vigilant.
05 Jun 2024 | Technical News