Working Through the UK Heat – How We Stay Safe While Delivering Quality Work

The Uk has recently had a spell of hot weather and it has been a welcome change for many, but for those working outdoors every day it brings its own set of challenges.

Our team spends long hours outside carrying out a variety of works including: Tree Surgery, Vegetation Management, Site Clearance, Consultancy and much more. Often using heavy machinery and specialist equipment. While the sunshine makes for beautiful working conditions, the high temperatures also mean we have to take extra precautions to ensure everyone is safe.

Keeping Our Team Safe

Working in the heat isn’t just about being too hot and uncomfortable, it can also increase the risk of dehydration, sun burn, heat stroke and other heat related illness. That is why we make safety our top priority on every job. We make sure that our team takes regular breaks and stays hydrated throughout the entire day and we plan work efficiently to reduce unnecessary expose to the sun whilst also completing the work on time and to the highest standard possible as we always do.

By looking after ourselves, we maintain concentration and focus, continuing to provide the highest standard of work the customer expects

Keeping Our Machinery Running Efficiently in the Heat

The hot weather also puts a strain on the machinery and can sometimes lead to errors such as over heating.

To counter this, we make sure our equipment is checked and maintained regularly to ensure it performs safely and reliably, even during prolonged periods of high temperatures. From chainsaws to chippers and even to our specialist equipment including our Valtra Tractor and our ET24 Excavator, keeping everything in excellent condition allows us to complete projects efficiently without comprising safety.

The Work Doesn’t Stop

If you’re looking for reliable, professional arborists to help with tree work, hedge maintenance or vegetation clearance, we’d be delighted to help.

Get in touch with ARB today for friendly advice and a free, no-obligation quotation. Whatever the weather, we’re here to keep your trees healthy, your property safe and every job completed to the highest standard.