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Working around Bee's Safely , Any Advice ?

A couple of situations have arisen regarding Bee's

Firstly i have discovered a colony of Bee's have taken up residency in my outbuilding where i store machinery and work materials , They come and go under a gap in the door , They seem docile if left

Started by John F in Health and Safety

9 Replies · Reply by John F Jun 24

World Naked Gardening Day Today!

Apparently its always celebrated on the first Saturday of May.

#WorldNakedGardeningDay

Always wear PPE

Started by Tim Wallach in Health and Safety and Social Media

2 Replies · Reply by Andrew Betteridge May 7

Mower fuel charge !!!

Hello All,

I am new to LJ and have been a Sole Trader since August offering a general garden service and bigger site clearing/one off jobbs etc.

So far its going well and I am building up a good client base and some commercial clients.

As its erly days

Started by William Green in Accountancy, Business, and Groundscare

12 Replies · Reply by Billybop Apr 15

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On Tuesday we were moving oak sleepers for a new raised bed. One slipped and went bang on Fleur's foot - she was fine, a slight bruise on the upper foot. Weve since discovered that the safety boot completely saved her from A&E - the actual cap has sh

Started by Adam Woods in Health and Safety

10 Replies · Reply by Kieron Glover Feb 12

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Lantra pole saw training for people with a chainsaw certificate.

I am trying to book the Lantra one day pole saw course including assessment during the training for people who have already completed the basic chainsaw training and assessment.

This is proving to be rather a challenge as the trainers need four people

Started by Andrew Betteridge in Health and Safety and Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Dave Colton Mar 2

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STIHL gloves recall. STIHL is recalling the gloves shown below

I saw this on someones Instagram and dont recall seeing anyone mention it here recently but apologies if it has been or not recent, though I cannot see a date stamp on the article I believe it is current. Got me thinking I have a few pairs myself

STI

Started by Jonathan Davidson in Health and Safety

1 Reply · Reply by Sean Clarke Dec 29, 2021

The Law Around Trimmer/Strimmer Training

I'd like to know people's thoughts on whether it is a legal requirement under PUWER to have accredited training, rather than in-house training, on the safe use of the above tools, in the way it certainly is legally required for chainsaw use.

Lantra an

Started by Luke Mcbrownies in Health and Safety

7 Replies · Reply by John F Dec 14, 2021

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Trailer towing changes (B+E category) postponed

Planned changes to the driving license categories (B+E) for towing this month on the 15th have apparently been postponed at short notice 🙄

Beware this could affect younger drivers who were hoping to tow chippers, trailers etc

Started by Gary RK in Health and Safety

13 Replies · Reply by Tim Bucknall Dec 23, 2021

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Tool Belts / Bags and Braces .

What is your tool carrier of choice ?

I seem to be losing weight around the hips and the weight of a tool belt has become irritating when loaded , so thinking about wearing braces to stop having to adjust my trousers so often , what are the best brac

Started by John F in Health and Safety

24 Replies · Reply by Mjc Nov 24, 2021

Hedge cutting against Road

In a week or 2 i will be cutting a hedge around 50 mtrs long on a road with a 2 foot grass verge no path, hedge only 5 feet or so no ladders needed, My question is what safety measures would you put in place up the road? Road sign (hedge cutting) ju

Started by Ricky Watkins in Health and Safety

13 Replies · Reply by PETER CROSBY Oct 24, 2021

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World Mental Health Day

Mental health is an integral aspect of Landscape Juice, and is something that rears its face often within the community - working alone, long days, especially during the winter is isolating and takes its toll. The network was founded on the idea of i

Started by Fleur Voice in Health and Safety

4 Replies · Reply by My Garden Design Oct 11, 2021

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I saw this on someones Instagram and dont recall seeing anyone mention it here recently but apologies if it has been or not recent, though I cannot see a date stamp on the article I believe it is current. Got me thinking I have a few pairs myself

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