Farm Safety

With farming having the poorest safety record of any occupation in the UK and Ireland, the charity behind the annual Farm Safety Week campaign launching today (17th July) is reminding everyone involved in the sector to take personal responsibility for making farms a safe place to work.

Farmers are at increased risk of sepsis due to the nature of their work, prompting NFU Mutual and the UK Sepsis Trust to release a video to help farmers recognise the symptoms.

The Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) is reminding farmers about the importance of fire safety following a recent increase in the number of barn fire incidents requiring attendance by its crews.

Fire and Rescue Services across the Thames Valley have joined forces with NFU Mutual and the NFU to launch a new six-point plan to fight farm fires this harvest.

The National Association of Agricultural Contractors (NAAC) is launching a social media campaign to raise awareness of the importance of wearing a helmet when riding a sit-astride ATV and is inviting farmers to share photos where they are wearing a helmet with the hashtag #wearitandshareit.

Did you know that two people die or are seriously injured each year in the UK when their machinery makes contact with overhead power lines? Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks is advocating for farmers to be aware of the power lines around them in an effort to keep them safe and accident-free.

The cost of agricultural vehicle and machinery fires was up by 35% in 2022, according to NFU Mutual.

Rural road users are being urged to take extra care during the summer months, as latest claims data from NFU Mutual reveals a heightened risk of collisions involving agricultural vehicles between the start of May and the end of September.

A toddler was pronounced dead at the scene after police were called to reports of a collision involving a tractor in Buckland Brewer.

To help ensure the safety of farm staff and delivery drivers during animal feed deliveries, the Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC), in collaboration with other industry stakeholders, has published revised guidance offering practical advice on safely accepting feed consignments.

NFU Mutual is urging farmers to prepare for storms in advance as its customers have suffered damage in excess of £92 million during Storm Dudley, Eunice and Franklin last year, the rural insurer’s latest figures have revealed.

Openfield’s health, safety and environment manager Mark Smith was recognised at the 2023 Safety & Health Excellence Awards for his significant contribution to the implementation and enhancement of health, safety and wellbeing standards at the company.