Overview
The FWM, or Forestry Works Manager, is the person or organisation who commissions the work on a forestry site.
In 2022, FISA (Forest Industry Safety Accord) stopped delivering FWM awareness training themselves, instead this is now organised and delivered by specialist training providers.
This one day course is designed for Forestry Works Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders and those managing forestry operations. This course will provide a general oversight and awareness of the responsibilities of a Forestry Works Manager.
This course is suitable as a Refresher for those who have previously undertaken FISA FWM Training.
Objectives
Understanding the role of the Forestry Works Manager
Oversight of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the legal Responsibilities of an FWM
Understanding Hazards, Risks and Controls
Commissioning competent contractors, planning and managing the work
Supervision of health, safety and welfare and environmental standards on a worksite.
Promotion of a “safety first” culture; incident, accident and near miss
This is a training only course, supported by FISA, designed by mwmac Ltd.
Instructor
Iwan Lloyd-Williams MICFor
Iwan is a distinguished Chartered Forester with over two decades of experience in the forestry and timber industries. As the proprietor of Iwan Meirion Consultancy, he provides comprehensive services in forest management, timber sales, and safety consultancy, offering his expertise for projects across the UK.
His extensive background includes significant leadership roles, such as Director at DSHWOOD UK Limited, and Head of Timber Purchasing at Clifford Jones Timber Group.
Iwan's career is marked by his tenure at UPM Tilhill, where he served as Regional Harvesting Manager, demonstrating his deep-rooted expertise in harvesting operations and forest management.
Beyond his professional commitments, Iwan is a dedicated volunteer, contributing significantly to the forestry sector through various roles. He serves as Chair of Confor’s Wales Committee, Assistant Honorary Director of Forestry at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, and a member of Natural Resources Wales' Regional Advisory Committee. His advocacy efforts have been instrumental in securing substantial funding for woodland creation in Wales and improving public sector forest management.
Additionally, Iwan is a trustee for the DPJ Foundation, supporting mental health initiatives in rural Wales. Iwan is also Chair of the WalesYFC Finance and Management Committee and is leading the current changes to the governance of the federation. His leadership and dedication to both his profession and community underscore his impact and commitment to the forestry sector and beyond.
Who should attend?
Existing Forestry Works Managers
Site Supervisors
Team Leaders
Managers within Forestry
Forestry contractors wishing to understand their responsibilities on site
Cost (booking fee)
£195.00+VAT per person
Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking.
Point of contact
If you have any issues booking this event please contact - info@focusonforestryfirst.co.uk
If you are having trouble paying using your credit or Debit Card, please see our Quick Guide.
Other Information
Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.
You will receive a certification of attendance as well as an accredited certification for this course from Lantra.
Lantra registration and postage of the certificate is included in the price. You will need to provide further details such as postal address and date of birth to the Instructor on the day of the course for your Lantra Registration.
Additional information regarding this will be provided during the course.