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  • Forest machine operator:
    Everyone who operates forest machines should take a practical assessment and gain qualifications to use the machines safely.
  • First aider:
    There should be enough trained first aiders and facilities on site to help casualties of illness or injury immediately
  • Planter:
    If you plant trees, you must minimise the risk of injury and ill health to yourself and your colleagues when using manual tools for tree-planting.
  • Sprayer:
    Pesticides can cause skin and respiratory problems. If you spray pesticides you must be trained and competent to do the work.
  • Quad bike rider:
    Everyone who uses a quad bike (a sit-astride all terrain vehicle) must receive appropriate training to operate the machine safely and do the tasks required.

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2021-05-18