Herefordshire Rural Hub is proud to launch FarmSafer, a new initiative aimed at improving on-farm safety by equipping local farmers with essential emergency first aid skills tailored for agricultural and forestry environments.
FarmSafer has been made possible through funding from Herefordshire Community Foundation and the Jack Hughes Fund. This vital support will enable 48 farming businesses across Herefordshire to access the fully funded “Emergency First Aid with Forestry” training – a course designed to respond directly to the types of serious injuries most likely to occur in farming settings.
This announcement coincides with Farm Safety Week, led by the Yellow Wellies campaign, which raises awareness of the alarmingly high rates of injury and fatality in the UK’s farming industry. Agriculture continues to be one of the most dangerous sectors in the UK, and FarmSafer aims to be part of the solution by ensuring more farmers have the skills and confidence to respond effectively in an emergency.
Kate Speke-Adams at Herefordshire Rural Hub, said:
“FarmSafer is a project close to my heart having lost my father and grandfather in a fatal accident on our family farm. Every farmer should be equipped to save a life – whether it’s their own, a family member’s or a colleague’s. We want to give Herefordshire farmers access to realistic, relevant training that reflects the risks they face every day. We’re grateful to the Herefordshire Community Foundation and Jack Hughes Fund for enabling this important work.”
Farmers and land-based workers interested in taking part in the training are encouraged to get in touch with Herefordshire Rural Hub to register. Email hub@herefordshireruralhub.co.uk .