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.

A recent query received into FISA about accreditation turned out to be a Landowner enquiry who was recommended to get a competent FWM – the shared links below may be helpful as explanation for other Landowners who do not often undertake forestry works.

Plant, machinery and equipment must be suitable for the purpose for which it is used or provided and may be used only under the conditions for which it is suitable. It must be maintained, in working order and in good repair, and must comply with relevant design and construction standards where applicable.