Building Safer Forestry Operations

Safety improves when hazards are anticipated and responsibilities are clear.

Before work starts

Agree the method, inspect equipment, brief the team and confirm emergency arrangements.

During and after work

Supervise critical tasks, report near misses and update procedures when lessons emerge.

How to use this information

Start with the objective and site context, keep clear records, involve competent people and review results after implementation. Conditions differ between plantations, so technical, legal and safety decisions should be confirmed using appropriate professional advice.