Safety

Anyone who attends one of our working parties should behave sensibly and safely.

Everyone is responsible for the safety of others. If you think someone is in danger say so. It is much better to be wrong than that someone should be hurt. Safety is everyone's business.

Children must be accompanied by their guardians or an authorised supervisor, who will be expected to look after the children and ensure their safety.

We use dangerous implements: scythes, slashers, billhooks, saws and axes. These must only be used by people who have suitable training and experience.

Slashers are used to clear brambles and brush. They are particularly dangerous implements. You must keep at least twice the length of the slasher from other people. It is all too easy to stray too close. This also applies to use of machinery, such as the Tracmaster power-scythe, which is used where permitted. Be sensible and keep a safe distance from people using axes and billhooks too.

Occasionally small trees need to be felled. Appropriate safety gear is essential. Please follow the advice of the people who are felling the tree.

So far we have a good safety record. Please make sure we keep it this way.