Andy Collins

Carefully editing one or 2 fluke shots just does not cut the mustard with the big boys Frank Get to the shows and we'll see what ya got

In the right ball-park then

Give Tim a rake for a change

Should have one of those too if you're stuck part no H 545-066701 Husky part but fits Jonny 2150

Typical tractor with equipment (flail/splitter/hauling a trailer) should be around 22-25quid per/hr with operator

Here ya goes

I may have a spare side cover with the brake assy in the shed, I'll take a peek its off a 2150, let me know if its any use. Yes its still there:thumbup1:

It was the best 2 days at a show I've had lately, the enthusiasm and competitiveness between people was a joy to encourage! Well done to everyone, and thanks for supporting us and the Childrens Trust with this. Congratulations to the winners, and runners-up. Roll on the next event

I was out in the teeming rain all yesterday at the show in my Clarks Cut & Climb, bone dry, just soggy socks by the end of the day

Many tree surveys only use the botanical names to describe the trees, many tree works orders the same. Given the international mix of workers in this country, it simplifies things if we all know which tree to cut, and which tree to leave. One common language... simple. Those who have learned to degree level will have a good grasp of the botanical names, they will go on to be bosses, foremen, surveyors and T/Os, those less educated will be told which tree to cut by those who know which tree to cut, knowledge = power! It only becomes pompous when used to "show off". If talking to a client, I'd use the English name to describe the tree in the corner of the garden, but if ordering a specific tree from Barchams, I'd use the botanical name to ensure getting the exact specimen I want.

And they will remember it into adulthood and be aware of the importance of training. Basic 1st aid should start in schools at primary level, and all the way through to high school, as important as maths or literacy.

t does no harm to re-visit topics, accidents still happen, and as proven by a recent incident, training is still as important. As far as shows go, companies go to great lengths to promote their products, this is another product that is probably the most important piece of kit you can carry in the truck, but will earn you the least money. I think a demo with prosthetics will enhance awareness.

n the show seminar front, it would quite possible to have a "victim" with prosthetic injuries, imitating the level of gore we could expect from a chainsaw injury. I feel at the moment all we get at shows is a static stand with a chap answering a few questions, with a dummy lower leg laying out in front of him, hardly promotion of anything at all.

Is your thinking that this is expensive for a kit to kick under the van seat, or that its worth the money? I'm genuinely interested in others thoughts here.

He likes to give that impression

I got talking at length to the chap from ArbAid about their kits. My initial thoughts were that its an awful lot of money for a box of bandages and plasters. but then going through the kit, I was starting to think that they are good value for money. In the discussion with the chap, I then wondered about the level of training needed to use most of the more advanced gear, and where to get that kind of training. We are professional tree people, but not professional paramedics, we practise our work all day every day, we may do a 1st aid refresher once in 5years. The one thing I never wish to do is be in the situation where the kit even needs opening, but for 200 odd quid its good to know life-saving kit is there if needed. I know various suppliers on here sell them, how many carry them? Arbaid trauma kit | F R Jones and Son My final thought, at trade shows, would it be possible to have a paramedic (not usual basic 1st Aid instruction) do a small seminar on site, with near realistic "trauma victim" , not in a marquee but out in the field in as near realistic situation. Would this sort of thing even interest anyone?

Good to meet you pgk, and good to see someone outside of our work/lifestyle taking an interest.

Ginja, I can only echo others comments, truly inspirational. Many of us complain and grizzle about the unfairness of life, how we get dealt a short hand, your story puts it all in perspective. Thanks for sharing, welcome to the forum, and best of luck for the future.

All opinions are valued, we all see things from a different position. I can assure you that most of the senior members, inc moderators, are still "on the tools" and thats what makes this site so good. We do not sit high above in some ivory towers casting opinion on lowly cutters. Many of us face the daily trials and tribulations

Good to meet you at the show, and good on ya for having a go in the axe-throwing, another story for the life-long adventure?

What a great time!! Personally I'd like to thank the sponsors, competitors for making it a great success, Mick and Gollum for the wood for the targets, the young lady from the Childrens Trust for assisting with the scoring and adding a touch of glamour in the pouring rain. Great effort guys and girls, I'll leave it to Steve to announce the winners, runners-up etc. Tug of war was great, thanks to Les Cork for organising it and the trophy for the jammy winners, who were truly modest in victory (not!!

Hi Ben can you pm me your contact details please

You are correct, garden maintenance is down to the tenant, however trees are (sensibly) beyond the abilities of many, and the last thing the council need is someone "having a go" demolishing the side of a house. I've done many garden clearances for the local council, at great expense to them, where many tenants dont give a hoot about the gardens, and have even returned a couple of years later to clear the same property of a build up of their detritus.

What a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate, makes me wish I'd tried harder at school!