23/10/2025
👉Our shared post from Lantra - leaders in land based training & qualifications emphasises the importance of being trained correctly when working at height.
👉If you or your company require Working at Heights training, please contact our office who will talk you through the course layout and available dates for our instructors to come along to your premises or for you or your employees to come along to either of our training suites located in Whitecross or Dungannon.
Don't delay - get booked in today
📞Whitecross - 028 37508155
📞Dungannon - 028 87752245
alternatively, you can email
💻info@pfitraining.co.uk
www.pfitraining.co.uk
Over the last 10 years, there were 37 fatalities on farms as a result of falling from height on the Island of Ireland. Common hazards include falls from ladders, unprotected roof edges, falling from or with stacked bales, and falling through fragile roof materials, particularly on farms where aging structures are still in use.
The HSA and HSENI inspectors in the agriculture sector will focus on compliance with the legal requirements for working at height, including:
- Safe systems of work for any height-related activity
- Use of proper equipment such as MEWPs or secured platforms
- Ensuring safe stacking and handling of bales
- Encouraging farmers to engage competent contractors for high-risk tasks
- Promoting awareness around fragile roofs and proper construction appointments
Learn more about staying safe whilst working at heights in agriculture visit https://www.hseni.gov.uk/articles/falls-working-safely-height-farms
Health and Safety Authority Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland
