The next in this series of free SHADs aimed at clients who employ arboricultural contractors, is being held on Tuesday 20 November 2012 at The Kent Event Centre. Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone, Kent ME14 3JF
Arboriculture is high-risk work where despite the comparatively small number of people employed in the industry, the fatal and non-fatal injury rates are far too high. It is for this reason that HSE, in partnership with key industry stakeholders, has developed a workshop for those involved in the procurement, management and monitoring of contractors of arboricultural services.
The programme (one full day), will comprise presentations and practical demonstrations covering a broad range of topics, including Health and Safety Regulations, training and certification and safe use of chainsaws during tree work.
The workshop offers an excellent opportunity to get practical advice from expert, industry based instructors; and will provide you with the key questions to ask to determine whether your contractors comply with current legal requirements.
To book a place or obtain further information please email Treework.SHADS@hse.gsi.gov.uk
The Agriculture & Food Sector is committed to using the optimum mix of communication channels which reflect the culture and needs of its industries.
Participation at agricultural, forestry and arboricultural shows, technical events and exhibitions is a long established and proven means of reaching the diverse and disperse audience in this industry.
Since October 2003 HSE, in conjunction with the Arboricultural Association, has run a series of safety and health awareness days (SHADs) for organisations who appoint and engage arboricultural contractors
These awareness days highlight the crucial role that clients have in driving up health and safety standards in arboriculture. They provide an update on new legislation, guidance and technical issues and advice to help ensure clients employ competent contractors. They are aimed at a wide variety of organisations.
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For further information or to book a place(s) on the event (indicating which session you wish to attend) please contact us via email: treework.shads@hse.gsi.gov.uk
During 2012, HSE staff will also be available at forest
ry and arboriculture shows to provide free advice, guidance and literature.
Come and visit the HSE stand for free advice on workplace health and safety at the following shows.
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| 13/14/15th September 2012 |
APF 2012 is taking place at Ragley Estate, Alcester, Warwickshire |
Forestry Safety and Health Awareness Days have been developed in partnership with the industry to reflect the type of forestry work taking place and the situations that have led to serious and even fatal accidents.
Attendance is by invitation so we can arrange suitable facilities and refreshments. If you would like to attend one of the events listed, please contact the organiser indicated.
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