For those that drive for a living – whether it involves vans, cars, or HGVs,– it may be completely unremarkable to work alone for hours on end.

The government has launched its first road safety strategy in more than a decade with the overarching aim of reducing deaths and serious injuries on Great Britain’s roads by 65% by 2035, using a 2022-2024 baseline. 

Although no one gets hurt and no damage occurs, near misses reveal underlying hazards that could lead to serious injuries or fatalities if left unchecked.

A FISA member shares examples of taking action and learning from two near miss incidents in the workplace, and this shows why near misses play an important role in health and safety strategies.

We want to bring your attention to several important changes to drone and model aircraft regulations that will take effect from 1 January 2026. These updates are crucial for your operations, and we encourage you to familiarise yourself with the new requirements.

An update on the framework developed to futureproof Forestry Works Manager training against increasing environmental responsibilities and regulatory risk.