FLS has a PhD student from Aberdeen University undertaking studies into fatigue, with a particular focus on those working on steep ground.
Update from FISA Chainsaw Working Group
FISA query response
In response to recent queries to FISA on PPE, Andy Sloss chair of the FISA Chainsaw Working Group has prepared some advice.
FISA Technical Note 002
Chainsaw operations remain the highest risk activity within our industry.
The FISA Chainsaw Working Group has prepared guidance on the planning of chainsaw works, for those undertaking the works, Forest Works Managers and Landowners. This guidance has been in circulation as a working draft for comment; we now release as a final version.
The FISA Chainsaw WG have released an example chainsaw logbook as one method of recording.
Chainsaw Technician V5.0 24/02/21
Webinar recording now available
FISA spoke at this National Association of Agricultural Contractors (NAAC) webinar that is open to everyone working with trees.
An example of software to assist forestry operators and managers to record competency.
Free Webinar - 16th September 2022 at 3pm
The webinar included a live Q&A following presentations of how real worked examples from industry are being implemented as part of the FWM & chainsaw competency frameworks.