Basically Safety: Not Your Average Workplace

Safe Ag Systems

What makes managing health and safety different in rural areas? Join us as we share real stories and provide practical tips! Whether you're a safety professional or just curious, tune in for fresh perspectives on a creating safer workplace for all.

Episodes

  1. 08/13/2024

    The Dangers of Trees on Farm

    Join us for our very last episode! Trees might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of farm hazards. But, they do present a significant risk if not assessed.  Learn how to review the dangers of trees on your property.

  2. 08/01/2024

    What Emergencies are seen on Farms and Estates?

    When things go wrong on farm, they go really wrong. In this episode, Hannah and Gulliver dive into common emergencies seen on farm and how to build your emergency management plan.

  3. 07/24/2024

    Farm Safety Week

    A special episode dedicated to Farm Safety Week in the United Kingdom and Ireland. We're joined by special guest Petra Martin. Farm Safety Ambassador for Yellow Wellies and Head of Health and Safety for Origin Enterprises and Agrii UK.

  4. 06/27/2024

    Managing Contractors and Construction

    Contractors on farms and estates are a common occurrence. However, were you aware that once they're on your property, you're jointly responsible for their health and safety?

  5. 06/19/2024

    Looking after Lone Workers

    Lone workers face many risks on farm. Being isolated restricts how quickly you can receive assistance. Hear what Hannah and Gulliver suggest for dealing with lone workers on farm.

  6. 06/13/2024

    Dangers of Electricity

    Messing around with electrics can often lead to a shocking discovery. Join Hannah and Gulliver as they discuss how to safely handle and navigate electricity on farm.

  7. 06/04/2024

    How to Safely Manage Asbestos

    Asbestos was once a resourceful mineral used in everything. Now days? It's carcinogenic and banned in over 50 countries. Join Hannah and Gulliver as they share how to safely identify and remove asbestos on farm.

  8. 05/15/2024

    Importance of Mental Health & Safety

    Join us as we explore how Mental Health impacts your health and safety on farm. Learn how to check in with your workers and raise any concerns.

  9. 05/07/2024

    Working with Livestock

    Hannah and Gulliver explore how working with livestock presents risks and hazards on farms. Listen to real-life stories and learn how to work around livestock safely!

  10. 04/24/2024

    Workplace Transport

    Hannah and Gulliver dive into the dangers of workplace transport in the rural sector. They discuss real-life stories, the risks of working around moving machinery and what you can do to prevent vehicle incidents!

  11. 04/05/2024

    Work At Height

    Meet our two super-hosts: Hannah Reeks from Safe Ag Systems and Gulliver Hedley from Strutt and Parker Rural! This episode we discuss the risks of Work At Height in the rural sector! What is it, what's the problem and what you need to know about it.

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What makes managing health and safety different in rural areas? Join us as we share real stories and provide practical tips! Whether you're a safety professional or just curious, tune in for fresh perspectives on a creating safer workplace for all.

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