Paper 3 - Draft H&SC minutes

This document contains the draft minutes from the Health and Safety Committee meeting of the Cairngorms National Park Authority, held on 24 November 2025. Key discussions included reviewing updates on lone working safety, such as using Garmin devices and mapping signal coverage across different areas. The committee also covered a vehicle disinfection risk assessment and thoroughly reviewed an incident involving an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) accident, which highlighted the importance of clear contractor communication and the need for relevant health and safety training for staff. Other topics included an office hot drink scald incident, a summary of eight general accident reports, and upcoming training for rangers to handle aggression and fire safety. Finally, the meeting addressed facility upgrades, such as a new heating system, and approved a revised risk assessment for children visiting the office.