Quadron's working methods can have an impact upon local biodiversity. Ways in which we modify activities to minimise disturbance to wildlife, working in conjunction with our clients include the following:
Contour-cutting and landscaping within parks - areas of long grass and undergrowth can be left around borders and in island pockets and meadow areas created to encourage different species of birds, butterflies and dragonflies for example. Paths can be cut through to make interesting walks. Quadron has worked with Friends of groups to change maintenance regimes to suit user requirements.
Mowing operations - these are timed to minimise their impact upon the environment, for example allowing flowers to set seed first.
Hedgerows & scrub - these can provide valuable habitat and food sources for many birds and other wildlife. all hedge cutting operations are timed to ensure that nesting birds are not disturbed. Leaf litter can be allowed to accumulate to provide cover for hedgehogs for example and pesticides are avoided where possible.
Stakeholder liaison - Quadron works with a variety of stakeholder groups, including local volunteers, "Friends of" groups, local ecology groups, the Wildlife Trust, Ecology officer and any other interested party. We also maintain information boards to explain to parks users, for example, why certain areas have been left unmaintained and to give information on the local flora and fauna.
Green Flag awards - these are outward evidence of consideration given to biodiversity issues through a proactive management plan. Quadron assists its clients with the development and implementation of their plans.
