Following ongoing enquiries and concerns raised with FISA for roadside working we are moving forward with drafting new guidance to support the industry on the subject. 

Thanks go in advance to those from the industry that have volunteered to help with writing this guide.

Eyes are highly susceptible to damage. What would only be a minor cut, abraision or bruising injury on the rest of the body can have major impact on the eyes.

A Fatal Accident Inquiry found Andrew Sinclair died after his clothes became entangled in the machine, leading to arm and neck injuries.

The FISA Electricity and Utilities Working Group have agreed, as a small step improvement, to offer up to the forestry industry, an industry standard template version of overhead powerline warning signage, that better reflects the HSE Guidance.