Scottish Woodlands Health & Safety Toolbox Talk

As an industry, we have all heard accounts of theft and vandalism – these range from opportunist thefts to large scale organised crime.

It is vitally important that all rural related crimes are reported to the police, no matter how insignificant.

Recently released via BC Forest Safe.

Following recent query calls on ATV/ Sit Astride, a summary of the key points are detailed below.  The topic will be picked up by a subgroup within the FISA Plant & Equipment WG.

Make sure you protect workers during the upcoming low temperatures and wintry conditions.

HSE guidance has been refreshed to make it easier to find and understand advice on how to protect workers in low temperatures

Undertaking tree work next to railways can pose additional challenges to forestry and arboriculture operations and present a risk to the safe operation of the railway.

December 2022 - FISA Electricity and Utilities Working Group have prepared a brand new FISA Safety Guide 807, which covers the requirements for those that are involved in planning and undertaking work on trees in forests, woodland and other locations next to the railway infrastructure. The guide strongly emphasises the need for consultation with the rail operator.

This guide will be reviewed within 18 months and feedback is welcomed.

Make sure you know your location and access to site in case of an emergency.