The safety company has four different types of drone in its range, from an entry level drone with a 4k camera to top-of-the-range thermography drone, which comes complete with a thermal imaging camera.
According to Arco, drones are already being used to carry out a number of tasks, including building inspections and site surveys.
What’s more, drones are becoming more commonly used to inspect land and transport infrastructure, meaning they could eventually replace expensive helicopter use in surveying.
Drones are also being used to inspect offshore oil rigs and wind turbines.
But in order to fly a drone commercially a pilot is required to complete drone training and then apply for a Permission for Commercial Operations (PfCO), from the Commercial Aviation Authority (CAA).
It is essential those flying the high-tech equipment understand the rules and regulations they must adhere to.
To ensure drones have a positive impact in the workplace and are used safely and in accordance with the regulations, customers can purchase Arco’s drone products with training to enable pilots to comply with safety standards.
The training courses are provided by an accredited training facility and are available to purchase with or without the drone.
In July, new laws came into effect which mean drone users will have to register and take online safety tests to improve accountability
The laws also restrict all drones from flying above 400 feet and within 1 kilometre of airport boundaries.
The Civil Aviation Authority also published details of new research during the summer, which showed three quarters (77%) of people felt that more drone regulation was needed.
This was even echoed by the drone community themselves, with 75% in agreement.
The CAA also has its own code – the Dronecode – for users.
“As recreational drone use becomes increasingly widespread across the UK it is heartening to see that awareness of the Dronecode has also continued to rise – a clear sign that most drone users take their responsibility seriously and are a credit to the community,” said CAA Assistant Director, Jonathan Nicholson.
“Drones are here to stay, not only as a recreational pastime, but as a vital tool in many industries – from agriculture to blue-light services – so increasing public trust through safe drone flying is crucial.”
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