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1st Line Defence @1stLineDefence

1st Line Defence is a UXO risk mitigation specialist that provides solutions to the risk of unexploded bombs from former military land use and aerial bombing.

Joined June 2013
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📍Gillingham, Kent We recently delivered end-to-end UXO risk mitigation to help a client progress groundworks with confidence: ✅Risk Assessment ✅Non-intrusive Survey ✅Target Investigation 👉Are you assessing risk early enough? #uxo #constructionsafety #groundworks
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A suspected WWII-era unexploded bomb has been discovered near Exmouth Marina. A 400m cordon is in place while Royal Navy EOD assess and make the device safe. Public advised to avoid the area. Updates 👇devonlive.com/news/devon-new…

Exmouth bomb safely removed as workers praised

Evacuated residents can return home

devonlive.com
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🚧Suspected unexploded bomb found on a construction site in Plymouth today. 100m cordon in place while Royal Navy EOD investigate. A reminder of why UXO risk management is critical on redevelopment projects. #uxo #unexplodedordnance #sitesafety #constructionsafety #safetyfirst
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🎖️Proud to be recertified for the Armed Forces Covenant ERS Silver Award. Veterans and reservists bring invaluable skills to construction and UXO risk mitigation – and we’re committed to supporting them every step of the way. #armedforcescovenant #erssilveraward #supportourforces
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Chilly start for our UXO Search & Mark team in the New Forest, Hampshire With WWII airfields and historic training areas nearby, encountering buried UXO here isn’t uncommon. Planning works in a potentially contaminated area? #UXO #ConstructionSafety #EngineeringSafety
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Happy New Year from 1st Line Defence 🎆 New projects and new opportunities in 2026 – with the same unwavering commitment to safety on-site. From UXO risk assessments to surveys and on-site mitigation, we’ll support you every step of the way. #constructionsafety #uxo #safetyfirst
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🎄 Merry Christmas from 1st Line Defence Thank you to all our clients, partners & colleagues for your trust and support this year. We’ve valued every UXO risk assessment, survey & on-site project we’ve been part of. 📅 Closure: 25 Dec → 5 Jan 2026 #MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays
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Today we honour the courage, sacrifice and service of all who have served in the Armed Forces – past and present. This year also marks 85 years since the formation of Army bomb disposal, whose skills we still rely on to this day. Today, and every day – we remember. #lestweforget
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On this #remembrancesunday, we honour the courage and sacrifice of all who served – and those who continue to protect our country today. We will remember them. #lestweforget #poppyappeal #armedforces #royalbritishlegion
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Successful UXO Watching Brief – Central London ✅ The #1ldteam recently completed a confined space UXO Watching Brief just metres from St Paul’s Cathedral. 🛑 9m shaft and high-risk WICS work 🛑 No UXO found but another successful operation Thanks to Tom for these great images 📸
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🗓️We’re LIVE at the #KentConstructionEXPO! Come see some examples of #uxo, learn about our #riskmitigation services & grab a free goodie bag 🎁 📍Kent Event Centre – Today only! #constructionindustry #infrastructureprojects #unexplodedordnance #1stlinedefence
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We are kicking off the Autumn construction season in Birmingham with #Intrusive #UXO #Survey support. Multiple rigs are operating to ensure #ALARP clearance so groundworks can proceed safely. 📸 Big thanks to John for the great on-site photo and kudos to our hardworking #1ldteam
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Just 2 weeks until #KentConstructionEXPO 📍 Visit 1st Line Defence at Stand L07 to get hands-on with real UXO finds from UK sites and discover how we keep your construction projects safe & compliant. 🎟️ FREE Entry: kentconstructionexpo.com/ #UXO #RiskMitigation #ConstructionSafety
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The #1ldteam are supporting the creation of a new visitor centre at Hastings Castle with expert #UXO #Risk #Mitigation ☀️ The team even captured this stunning view of the Hastings coastline. Thank you to Thomas for sharing the photo! 👏 Need UXO advice? 👉 1stlinedefence.co.uk
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80 years on, we remember those who served in the Pacific during WWII — their courage, sacrifice & resilience. Our team, many ex-service personnel, continue in their legacy: protecting lives, reducing risk, serving communities. #LestWeForget 📷 Oxford Circus, London – 10/08/1945.
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Join one of the UK’s top UXO risk mitigation teams 💥 📍 Lead Project Geophysicist – Lead high-impact UXO projects. 📍 Project Consultant – Support national client operations. 👉 Apply now: bit.ly/46P8Rhf 📩 Questions? Contact us: info@1stlinedefence.co.uk
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Today marks the anniversary of #DDay – the largest seaborne invasion in history. At @1stLineDefence, we proudly support ex-service personnel and reservists – and today we pause to remember their bravery & sacrifice. #LestWeForget #ThankYou #Remembrance
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☀️Great weather and great progress in Luton! The #1ldteam is supporting UXO Borehole work to keep a geotechnical project safe and on track. No UXO finds so far! Shoutout to Andy and the team, stay safe and keep up the good work 💪 #uxo #risk #mitigation #investigation #clearance
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Today marks 80 years since VE Day. It is a poignant day for many reasons, and we are marking the occasion to honour the sacrifices made to bring peace to our nation. We hope that you have a fantastic day of celebrations. Image © English Heritage #VEDay80 #VictoryInEuropeDay
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The #1ldteam received a visit from a random visitor this week. It is not every day you get to see a magnificent bird of prey this close however, they are used on construction sites more often than you would think. Thank you Aaron for submitting the images. #uxo #risk #mitigation
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