Overview
The IOSH Rural Industries Group, on behalf of the Farm Safety Partnership (FSP), are organising an Open Meeting to discuss farm safety current issues and priorities at the NFU Headquarters, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire on 01 October 2013.
Agriculture continues to have the highest fatal incidence rate, with injuries and ill health also causing concern. The underlying aim of the event is to share information and also to expand interest, involvement and support for the FSP. As such, this Workshop will be an open meeting, not just for FSP members. IOSH members and any others from the industry who can play their part will be welcome.
The Workshop is intended to:
- provide the latest analysis of the main causes of fatalities, injuries and ill health in agriculture
- update delegates on emerging issues and the latest developments in relevant legislation, standards, technology and good practice
- identify priorities for the FSP's Machinery Safety sub-Group
- encourage joint working and production of further guidance, information and initiatives
The event is open to both existing members and non-members of the FSP and IOSH members and non members alike. Anyone within the industry who feels they can play a part and contribute to the meeting is welcome to attend.
The event will also be very relevant to those responsible for managing health and safety in land-based industries, consultants/advisers, lecturers, instructors and training organisers – anyone willing and able to provide a wider perspective and identify means to deliver sound practical advice in the field - literally!
The event is free to attend, including refreshments and lunch but places are limited and will need to be booked. Due to the nature of this event, it is important that we have attendees that cover a wide range of interests. With this in mind, we will continously monitor the booking requests received.FURTHER INFORMATION, PROGRAMME AND BOOKING DETAILS, or contact Ruth Atterbury, IOSH Events Assistant Co-ordinator.
