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This edition considers the implications for rural businesses of the Personal Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022. We outline some of the safety measures that can be taken in the coming months when silaging, grain carting and working with bales, before concluding with a reminder of the importance of reviewing health and safety policies […]
This edition looks at the new requirement of the Red Tractor Certified Standards to show a health and safety policy as part of the farm assessment. Following Storms Arwen and Barra, we highlight that emergency tree work is dangerous and should only be undertaken by experienced professionals. Farm and estate staff require competency and certification […]
This edition highlights recent concerns over telescopic ladders failing required safety tests. We remind readers of the risks of UV radiation and skin cancer, and the need to put control measures in place to protect outdoor workers. We continue to focus on workshop safety and recommend a series of steps to operate as safely as […]
