SAVED: PAGE: ACTIVE AREA:

Agricultural Vehicles – Are You Ready For Harvest?

‘Rules for the Road’ webinar to keep members on the right side of the law

With harvest fast approaching, NFU Scotland is holding a webinar on Wednesday, 8 July at 7.00pm to keep everyone up to speed on the rules, regulations and safety checks needed when using agricultural vehicles to travel and transport on the road.

The ‘Rules for the Road’ webinar will be chaired by NFU Scotland’s Vice President Charlie Adam and feature presentations from NFUS Transport Adviser Jamie Smart, who will be joined by Jim Cobban, a traffic examiner for the Driver and Vehicle Standards Authority (DVSA).

Those who wish to take part can register and receive log in details at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nD110avASqyaeX06BoyaJQ

The webinar will provide information on towing weights, necessary signage, coupling, brakes, lighting, vehicle dispensations and dimensions for tractors and vehicles.



Attendees will also learn practical hints and tips about keeping on the right side of the law on the road and how to stay safe and legal with daily vehicle maintenance checks.

Speaking ahead of this important webinar, Charlie Adam said: “This online event is a great opportunity for farmers and crofters to get up-to-date information on rules and regulations that could affect them and how they run their businesses.  With harvest coming, the timing could not be better.

“Vehicle legislation can be a complicated issue, so it is always good for those who regularly use agriculture vehicles on the road to get a refresher.

“This workshop will involve the DVSA, providing the ideal opportunity for members to hear from an expert, ask questions and find out more information about certain transportation issues that are legally important.

“Transport is key to farmers and crofters and, ahead of harvest, it is important that they have the skills and knowledge to comply with the law.

“I would encourage members to sign up for the live session.  For those who cannot attend, we will make the video from the session available on NFU Scotland’s social media sites.”  

Ends

Contact Bob Carruth on 07788 927675

Author: Bob Carruth

Date Published:

News Article No.: 89/20


< Article List

Close

Report Abusive Comment

Comment Content:

Why it offends me (optional):



Have Your Say

No-one has commented on this article yet. Be the first to have your say...

New Comment

Share

Total Pages:
Total Results:
Page Start:
Page Result #:

About The Author

Bob Carruth

A dairy farmer’s son, I joined NFU Scotland in 1999 after 13 years as an agricultural journalist. Following spells as a regional manager and policy lead on milk, livestock and animal health and welfare, I became Communications Director in 2008.

Quick Contact

Which Region do you live in?
Are you a member of NFU Scotland?

Registred Address

NFU Scotland
Head Office
Rural Centre - West Mains
Ingliston, Midlothian
EH28 8LT

Place of registration: Scotland

Company Registration Number: SC214564

Tel: 0131 472 4000
Email: info@nfus.org.uk

NFU Mutual Logo

Get the App

NFUS App QR Code

©NFU Scotland • All Rights Reserved • Web design by Big Red DigitalLog in

Close

Contact Us

No Robots:

This form collects and sends the information supplied to NFU Scotland. You can read our privacy policy for full details on how we protect and manage your data.
I consent to having NFU Scotland collect the above details.

We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience.
By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies.
Privacy Policy