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Risk Assessment

03 Jul 2017

Please find attached the sample risk assessment form which should be completed when carrying out chimney cleaning services. This is not a comprehensive list so it is your responsibility to add to it! Download Risk Assessment Form Guild

Please find attached the sample risk assessment form which should be completed when carrying out chimney cleaning services.

This is not a comprehensive list so it is your responsibility to add to it!

Download Risk Assessment Form Guild

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Sweep Stuff June 2026

June 2026

Sweep Stuff June 2026

Our bi-monthly members magazine delivered to your door is full of the latest news and industry updates for chimney sweeps across the UK.

In this issue:

New Director

Guild Show Report

The Final Push Home

Save The Date

Guild At The SiA

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Trade Partners

03 Jul 2017

Please find attached the sample risk assessment form which should be completed when carrying out chimney cleaning services. This is not a comprehensive list so it is your responsibility to add to it! Download Risk Assessment Form Guild

Please find attached the sample risk assessment form which should be completed when carrying out chimney cleaning services.

This is not a comprehensive list so it is your responsibility to add to it!

Download Risk Assessment Form Guild

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