Health & Safety Guidance

Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update March 2024, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – March 2024. For a printer-friendly version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication.

Each quarter, we update you on the latest industry news, topical issues, and safety alerts to help you maintain best practice on your farm or estate. The December 2023 edition focuses on safe livestock handling and explains the current sentencing guidelines for health and safety prosecutions. It also sets out key precautions for using ladders […]

Welcome to the Ceres Rural October Farming Update, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – October 2023. For a printer-friendly version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication.

This edition highlights the publication by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) of the annual farming fatalities report, which shows a slight increase in the number of deaths on the previous 12-month period. The bulletin reviews the topic of hand-arm vibration before explaining the requirements of the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases & Dangerous Occurrences Regulations […]

Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update 2023, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – April 2023. For a printable version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication.

The December 2022 edition summarises the annual statistics recently published by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) for work-related ill health and injuries. It outlines the steps to follow when administering veterinary medicines and provides key considerations for the safe use of tractor three-point linkages. The bulletin includes advice on maintaining a safe working environment, […]

Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – November 2022. For a printable version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication.

Preparing for Darker Days: Seasonal Safety and Mental Health Awareness for Farmers On Sunday 30 October, the clocks go back and we return to Greenwich Mean Time – a clear reminder that winter is on its way. As the season progresses, daylight hours shrink and both mornings and evenings grow darker. Winter Darkness and Its […]

The September 2022 edition highlights recent concerns over telescopic ladders failing required safety tests. We remind readers of the risks of UV radiation and skin cancer, and the need to put control measures in place to protect outdoor workers. We continue to focus on workshop safety and recommend a series of steps to operate as […]