Practical, site-specific advice

At Chilvers Safety Consulting, we support agricultural businesses with clear, proportionate health and safety advice that fits the realities of rural and agricultural work. From working farms to agricultural contractors and land-based operations, we understand the varied, high-risk nature of agricultural environments.

Our approach is practical, supportive and focused on helping you manage risks without unnecessary paperwork or slowing operations down.

Health & Safety in Agriculture Environments

Agriculture remains one of the highest-risk industries in the UK, with work often involving machinery, livestock, chemicals and lone working in changing environments. Seasonal pressures, long hours and remote locations can all increase risk if not properly managed.

Generic health and safety systems rarely work on farms. What’s needed is practical, site-specific advice that reflects how agricultural work is actually carried out.

Why CSC are perfect for this sector...

Reason 1

Experience working in high-risk environments

Reason 2

Calm, supportive approach

Reason 3

Clear, jargon-free advice

Reason 4

Solutions that reflect real farm working conditions

Reason 5

Flexible support for seasonal work

Common Health & Safety Risks in Agriculture

Health and safety risks in agricultural environments often include:

  • Use of agricultural machinery and vehicles
  • Working around livestock and animals
  • Manual handling of materials and equipment
  • Working at height on buildings, vehicles or machinery
  • Exposure to hazardous substances, dusts and chemicals
  • Lone working and remote locations
  • Slips, trips and uneven ground

Managing these risks requires clear planning, practical controls and ongoing awareness.

How We Support Agriculture Projects

We provide practical health and safety support tailored to farms and agricultural operations, delivered on site and focused on real activities.

Support can include:

  • Risk assessments
  • Inspections
  • Documentation support
  • Incident investigation
  • Practical training delivered in working farm environments. 

We work at a pace that suits your operation and provide proportionate advice that reflects the size and nature of your business.

Related services

Services we offer within the Agriculture sector.
01
Risk Assessments

Risk assessments that make health and safety easier to understand, manage and apply in the real world. Get in touch to book a free 1-hour initial consultation virtually or in person.

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02
Method Statements

Clear, practical method statements that explain how work will be carried out safely - written to match real site activities, not generic templates. Get in touch to book a free 1-hour initial consultation virtually or in person.

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03
Health & Safety Inspections & Audits

Clear, practical health and safety inspections and audits that identify real issues, support compliance and help improve safety standards - without unnecessary disruption or box-ticking. Get in touch to book a free 1-hour initial consultation virtually or in person.

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04
Fire Risk Assessments

Our fire risk assessments identify real risks, provide clear actions and help you stay compliant without overcomplicating the process. Get in touch to book a free 1-hour initial consultation virtually or in person.

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Onsite Consultancy Support

Hands-on, on-site health & safety support that fits around how your site actually operates, providing practical guidance, reassurance and support when you need it most. Get in touch to book a free 1-hour initial consultation virtually or in person.

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06
Manual Handling Training

Practical manual handling training that helps reduce injuries, improve lifting techniques and keep people working safely. Delivered on your site or at our Oswestry training centre.

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07
Working at Height Training

Practical working at height training that helps reduce fall risks, improve safe planning and ensure work at height is carried out safely and legally. Delivered on your site or at our Oswestry training centre.

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Support can be provided on a project basis or as ongoing consultancy.