Welcome to the area dedicated to issues that apply to the Forestry/Agricultural sector.  You will also find general health and safety guidance in the 'A-Z'.  This information is relevant to all industry groups regardless of activity.  From here you can also access our 'Ask the Expert Facility'.

Forestry work is a high-risk activity. The management issues involved in harvesting timber, getting it to the roadside and transporting it to the end user are complex. Whether you are a timber grower or purchaser, contractor or subcontractor, you have a part to play in making sure people's health and safety is not put at risk.  The aim of this section is to provide clear advice.

Not only will you have employees to take care of but members of the public who frequent your premises making use of your services as well as contractors and visitors.

As well as the basic key regulations and Statutory requirements, we aim to provide content that is specific to your activities. All areas however should first be identified and risk assessed and hazards identified.  Risk assessment is the first point of call for all good health and safety management.

You will also find useful documentation in our 'Download' area, for:

• risk assessment,
• policy,
• guidance and 
• checklists

All content can be downloaded completed and then uploaded into your 'Document Manager' area creating a Health and Safety Portfolio for safe keeping.

Should you have any specific queries you can always 'Ask the Expert'.