The Invasive
Non-Native Specialists Association (INNSA) will formally launch its new Code of
Practice for Managing Japanese Knotweed at Contamination Expo at Excel on September 27 and 28 2017.
Since the withdrawal
of the Environment Agency’s Code of Practice in 2016, INNSA has been working on
the production of a replacement Code that is more ‘user friendly’ and
particularly well-illustrated throughout.
The new Code takes
account of the latest developments in remediation techniques and will be
subject to continuous review.
In addition to the
Code launch at Contamination Expo, INNSA will also release details of its new
Insurance Backed Guarantee (IBG) provided by an A rated insurance company which
gives ten years peace of mind for all parties that use the remediation services
of INNSA members. The IBG, which is unique to INNSA members, kicks in as soon
as remediation is signed off, unlike some policies which do not take effect
until 2 years after remediation has been completed, leaving exposure to
regrowth.
James
Sherwood-Rogers, Chairman of INNSA said: "We are delighted to be issuing
the authoritative industry journal for Managing Japanese Knotweed which has
taken a lot of time and effort to produce. We expect the Code to be the ‘go to’
document, not only for remediators, but also the many developers and property
professionals who are increasingly faced with the problem of Japanese Knotweed.
"I am also
really pleased that we are able to publicise details of the new INNSA IBG
product which is unique in the market place and makes the choice of INNSA
remediators all the more compelling for any party that has a problem with
Japanese Knotweed. I encourage all delegates to Contamination Expo that have an
interest in this subject to visit the INNSA stand C5180."
