The ground where we worked needed to be protected with up to 4 inches of 20mm limestone aggregate, placed within a protective honeycomb structure to prevent the stones from shifting or becoming too thin. This was done to safeguard the roots of the surrounding trees and ensure they weren’t damaged during the work.
The first task was to put up a fence to ensure that neither machines nor workers could stand on the protected woodland, safeguarding the area from any potential damage during the work.
Next up was the netting to protect the woodland. The local council had requested Heras fencing, but it just wasn’t viable in such a tight space, so we opted for netting instead to get the job done effectively.
We then made a short trip to collect the limestone and caution signs. The job was done 15 bags at a time, requiring about a dozen trips in total. Large loads weren’t an option, so we had to manage with smaller, more manageable amounts.
Coast Guard Cottage Cumbria 