this was the guidance I was given last autumn which I will be working to;
FG1 Fencing
'I have seen a previous question regarding this but found that the answer isn't clear to me.
I have a farmer who has asked if he can use creosote on posts that he uses for fencing under FG1 or possibly FG4. Can you confirm if this is permissible or not please? The posts would be on permanent grassland to prevent sheep access to a main watercourse. '
Response 'As stated in a number of previous responses about the use of creosote, there is legislation around it's use. We can't determine whether or not an agreement holder meets the requirements or not. It is for the agreement holder to consider if s/he can comply with any current legislation and if in doubt contact a body such as the Health and Safety Executive who deal with such issues. If the agreement holder complies with the legislation, they can use creosote'
His and therefore my take take on this is, if it's ok with the HSE....it's fine with Natural England. Just make sure they are compliant the date you claim.
FG1 Fencing
'I have seen a previous question regarding this but found that the answer isn't clear to me.
I have a farmer who has asked if he can use creosote on posts that he uses for fencing under FG1 or possibly FG4. Can you confirm if this is permissible or not please? The posts would be on permanent grassland to prevent sheep access to a main watercourse. '
Response 'As stated in a number of previous responses about the use of creosote, there is legislation around it's use. We can't determine whether or not an agreement holder meets the requirements or not. It is for the agreement holder to consider if s/he can comply with any current legislation and if in doubt contact a body such as the Health and Safety Executive who deal with such issues. If the agreement holder complies with the legislation, they can use creosote'
His and therefore my take take on this is, if it's ok with the HSE....it's fine with Natural England. Just make sure they are compliant the date you claim.