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Giant Hogweed Control at Derbyshire Quarry

  • Jun 18
  • 1 min read

Updated: Jun 22


Project category: Invasive Weed Solutions

Client / contractor: Thompson Tree Services on behalf of Tarmac

Location: Derbyshire quarry

Project overview

Oliver Brown Ltd was asked to support Giant Hogweed control at a Derbyshire quarry, helping the site manage an invasive plant that can create significant health, safety and compliance risks when left untreated.


What the work involved

The works focused on the controlled treatment of Giant Hogweed in a quarry environment, with the approach shaped around safe access, site conditions and the need to prevent spread during wider site activity.


Why it mattered

Giant Hogweed requires careful handling because of the risk it presents to people working on or around affected areas. A planned and controlled approach helps contractors manage invasive weed risk while keeping operational sites moving safely.


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