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I had no idea they were so recent tbh. Live and learn.

That's just a fat Boris Johnson, now, that would be a way to clear the hospital beds,

I guess we should get the terminology right. It’s a strimmer if it uses nylon cord. A brushcutter if it uses a blade Problem is that most have interchangeable heads.

I was not aware of them when I bought a first brushcutter in 74. I experimente with wire rope but it fatigued almost immediately and span off. I first became aware of nylon cord strimmers from a jack Hargreaves program on the beeb TV. Probably a couple of years later.

Yes strimmers were a very common tool in 85.

I got let down last minute and am looking for someone with up to date (passed or refreshed within last 5 years) felling certificate (small trees is enough) and valid 1st aid+f. Job is in Cumbria, Duddon Valley starting on Monday 6th of October for 2 weeks. It's felling and processing Larch trees for future milling and peeling on site. Message me for details. Thanks Peter

1976. I'm sure they were around in 1985, but I was posing a question to any older farts as to whether they were in widespread use then. I wasn't taking much notice at the time.

What an attractive male nurse, I hear some of the women ones include a gravitational field.

You don’t think strimmers were around in 85? When were you born out of interest?

Nice pun. Looks like a classic strimmer bite to me. Not sure if they were in widespread use 40 years ago though.

I think you're 50 years too late for that mate. Most look like this these days.

Great news! Good luck with it mate. Nurse pics please.

Hard to tell - I’ve seen the video but not sure how to upload here?

I wondered if there had been a historic ‘incident’ that this stems from.

Echo cs2511wes is really light. All other saws may be a bit lighter than 550. But feel about the same. And if work is intermittent, than 550 is a treat for starting and restarting. Has decomp, purge bulb, auto tune, you name it ).

That’s not my research. Don’t go on rigs Dempsey. DSV is what I work off. Ripe coming from you ya miserable cynical old bugger.

You missed out being stuck on a rig with you, that’s not going to help anyone’s mental elf.

Two dead and suspect fatally shot by police after suspected terror attack at synagogue in Manchester APPLE.NEWS ITV Granada Reports Correspondent Ann O'Connor reporting from the scene in Manchester Tragic but all too familiar. The police at the Liverpool incident were at pains to point out it was a white male. Be interesting to see how this pans out.

Thanks guys! Angioplasty finally booked in for tomorrow morning - it’s been the waiting around and the boredom that’s been the hardest thing to deal with tbh. Staff have been great, food not bad considering 👍

Not wanting to black cat anyone but I know 4 lads who have taken the final option. My industry( commercial diving) does have a statistically high percentage of suicides for a number of reasons. Lot of ex forces guys too which increases the numbers. End of the day life’s hard 🤷‍♂️you make of it what you can 👍👍 number of factors associated with the commercial diving profession can contribute to a higher risk of suicide, including extreme isolation, physical and psychological stress, job insecurity, and a culture of stoicism. A 2013 study on Norwegian divers, for instance, found that while they had lower overall mortality rates than the general population, they had a significantly higher risk of death by suicide or work-related accident. Psychological and environmental stressors Social isolation: Commercial divers often work on offshore projects or at sea for extended periods, sometimes weeks or months at a time. For saturation divers, who live in pressurized underwater habitats, this isolation is even more extreme and monotonous, with one diver describing the experience as "Groundhog Day". Work-family conflict: The rotational nature of the work, with long periods away from home, places a significant strain on family life. Divers may miss major life events, and the unpredictability of assignments makes planning difficult, which can contribute to family stress and relationship issues. Performance pressure: The commercial diving industry is highly competitive, and there is immense pressure on divers to perform, especially when oil prices are low and jobs are scarce. This pressure can be intense for younger divers who lack long-term contracts. Mental and physical endurance: The job is mentally and physically demanding, requiring extreme durability. The need for mental toughness and a detached mindset to cope with the hazardous environment can lead to divers suppressing their emotions and concerns. This can erode psychological resources over time. Physiological effects of diving: The extreme pressures and mixed breathing gases divers use can affect their mental state. Conditions like nitrogen narcosis ("rapture of the deep") and decompression stress can mimic or exacerbate psychological symptoms like anxiety, which can be made worse by pre-existing anxiety disorders. Industry culture and obstacles to seeking help "Macho" culture: Many maritime and commercial diving settings have a culture that discourages showing vulnerability. This "macho" atmosphere can lead to poor mental health education and a reluctance among divers to seek professional help for anxiety, depression, and stress. Stigma and career consequences: In the diving world, admitting to mental health issues can be perceived as a sign of weakness and may have serious professional repercussions, including being removed from a crew or having difficulty securing future work. This discourages divers from talking about their problems openly. Under-reporting: Suicides in the maritime industry are believed to be under-reported. This is due in part to the difficulty of definitively determining the cause of death at sea. There is also a desire among crew and companies to protect the deceased's family emotionally and financially, especially concerning insurance claims. Financial and future uncertainty Job insecurity: The commercial diving industry, particularly in the offshore oil and gas sector, is tied to the volatile global energy market. Divers, many of whom are "day raters" without fixed contracts, experience significant job insecurity and a lack of predictability in their work, which causes stress. Career transition: For ex-service military divers, the process of transitioning into civilian work presents its own set of challenges, including adapting to a different work culture, coping with past trauma, and re-establishing social ties. This period is associated with increased mental health issues and suicid

Good luck with the recovery! Best wishes to your missus too. The rest of yous, enjoy your life and get old gracefully and stop bickering!

RIP Patrick Murray. Aka Mickey Pearce in Only Fools.....68 lung cancer. Epic programme and one only a few things that kept out the pub in the 80's! Thanks chap.

Same Dave. I also know 4 people who ‘suffer’ from it. 2 teachers, one copper and one council employee. I think Mark’s case is the exception that proves the rule. He makes a good point though, we should look out for each other if and when we can.