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Grounds maintenance business fined after ride-on mower death
A grounds maintenance company has been fined for breaching health and safety regulations after an employee was killed while operating a ride-on lawnmower on a steep incline.
Sweet chestnut blight found in Devon woodlands
The Forestry Commission has confirmed the presence of sweet chestnut blight on several trees in Deven, following previous sightings in southern and central England.
Free resources to help reduce driver distraction
The Driving for Better Business (DFBB) initiative is offering free resources to help employers reduce the risk of road traffic collisions caused by driver distraction.
Sustainable design made easy with new BALI-supported tool
Landscape designers can now make more informed, eco-conscious decisions to help them create sustainable designs from the outset of their projects, thanks to the launch of “elemental”.
Learning lessons on HAVS from health sector fine
The recent prosecution of an NHS Trust for failing to manage hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) risks is a timely reminder for landscape businesses of what can happen when this – and other health and safety issues – are not managed properly.
Low Pay Commission keen to hear from landscapers
The Low Pay Commission – the body responsible for advising the government on the national minimum wage – will hold several in-person engagement sessions this year and is keen to hear from those in the landscaping industry.
Help fight plant health risks through major new survey
Landscapers are being urged to spare 10 minutes for a brand-new survey which aims to strengthen the detection of plant pests and diseases across the environmental horticulture sector.
BALI welcomes consultation on updated new build guidance
BALI’s Policy Team is reviewing draft updated guidance from the government on how new build developments should be designed and we are keen to gather member views for the associated consultation.
OPM grants now available for private residents
The government has launched a new grant scheme to encourage members of the public in areas of concern to tackle the oak processionary moth (OPM) on their land.
Plant Healthy release new explainer videos for trade
The Plant Healthy Certification Scheme, which aims to improve the management of plant health across landscaping and other sectors, has produced a range of new explainer videos for both trade and the wider public.