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Lung cancer awareness month: protecting ourselves in the workplace
This November we are highlighting the importance of Lung Cancer Awareness, alongside The Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Kubota release compact electric tractor ahead of SALTEX
What to expect from Kubota's electric tractor? Smaller, more efficient tractors are the future - Released ahead of SALTEX 2022

Managing project variations to avoid disputes
Take a look as we discuss common causes of disputes, and ways to manage and rectify issues with clients.

Defra publish plant health statistics
Defra have published statistics which summarise information on the international trade in plants and plant products and on the controlled plants and plant products that are notified to plant health inspectorates

Importance of monitoring Hand Arm Vibration
UK businesses may be targeted by Health and Safety Executive inspectors, who monitor organisations to ensure employees are protected from Hand Arm Vibration.

Plant pest and disease factsheets released by Defra
The value of the factsheets is having reliable information to refer to whilst out on site.

Aches, pains and strains in construction campaign launched
Employers have a legal duty to protect their workers from ill health, find out how the HSE will be targeting construction sites to raise awareness for health issues in relation to moving and handling materials.

Research shows bees active in woodland tree-tops
Shaded woodland interiors have previously been discounted by experts as poor foraging habitats for sun-loving bees.

Lung cancer awareness month
Landscape contractors involved in construction of hard landscapes are likely to be exposed to respirable crystalline silica (RCS), which can cause lung cancer and other serious respirable diseases.

The importance of mental health first aid
Statistics reveal the scale of the problem: 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem in England each year.