NFU MUTUAL WARNS OF INCREASED RISK OF ACCIDENTS DURING WET WEATHER
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With the prospect of a wet harvest season on the cards, NFU Mutual is warning farmers to take care of themselves and their workers as they tackle what could be the most difficult harvest for many years.
A wet harvest not only puts additional pressure on machines but also adds to the strain on people, with many continuing to work when tired or when conditions are unsafe.
Their top tips to assist farmers in working more safely in the field throughout harvest season include:-
- When clearing blockages or carrying out maintenance, ensure machines are ALWAYS switched off and parts have stopped moving
- Keep mobile phones on your person – not in your tractor or vehicle
- Put in place a system for keeping in touch with lone workers
- Resist the urge to keep going when warning devices issue an alert or gauges are in the red
- Keep a good first aid kit handy
WESTER BROCKLOCH STEADINGS
Rafford, Forres
A unique opportunity to acquire a set of traditional farm buildings with Full Planning Permission in place for a single residential unit, set in a peaceful location yet with easy access to local amenities.
A substantial site extending to 4.67 hectares (11.54 acres) or thereby.
RURAL PRACTICE CHARTERED SURVEYOR AND TRAINEE CHARTERED SURVEYOR POSITIONS
Due to an increasing workload, we are looking to expand our rural practice department. Our office is based at Pluscarden, near Elgin, Moray. We currently have a staff of 15 and our core activity is property consultancy and rural estate management.
We are currently accepting applications for both a Rural Practice Chartered Surveyor as well as a Trainee Chartered Surveyor.
The successful applicants will join our rural practice team, which consists of four fully qualified land agents. Both positions are full-time, working Monday to Friday, and salary will be negotiable depending on experience.
If you would like to apply for either position, please email your CV and covering letter to mandy@bowlts.com.
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