Scottish Woodlands Health & Safety Bulletin
Roadside Safety Week takes place between 19th November – 25th November 2025. It is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about road safety issues, including the prevention of accidents, injuries, and fatalities on the road.
The FISA Risk Zone campaign will address the ever-growing problem of public and operative encroachment into active forestry work areas.
Arboriculture & Forestry Fatalities
The HSE are sharing these notifications. Because the incidents are under investigation exact details will not be available and will not be provided with these notifications (either because the facts haven’t been established or release may prejudice enquiries).
August 2025 - AFAG Fatal Notification - Fall From Height (Tree Work)
Scottish Woodlands Health & Safety Bulletin
Due to mechanical failure the drone was forced to land amongst the trees causing damage.
SSE shared alert
SSE shared alert
SSE shared alert
The chainsaw experienced a “kickback” resulting in a deep cut to the collarbone area, between the neck and shoulder.