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Farming revealed as UKs most dangerous job
FARMING REMAINS the deadliest profession in Britain, according to stark new figures released today at the start of Farm Safety Week.
In 2024/25 alone, 23 farm workers lost their lives on farms across Great Britain, a grim reminder of the sector’s persistently poor safety record. Nearly half (48%) of the workers killed were over the age of 65.
The situation is no better in Northern Ireland, where five agricultural workers were killed over the same period, according to the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI).
As the 13th annual Farm Safety Week campaign kicks off, the charity behind it revealed that, over the past 13 years, an average of 31 lives have been lost on our farms every year – 27 farm workers and 4 members of the public including children.
Farm Safety Week, the annual awareness-raising campaign run by UK charity The Farm Safety Foundation (Yellow Wellies) brings attention to the dangers farmers face every day growing food for the nation. In an industry that accounts for 1% of the working population, farming accounts for nearly 20% of all workplace deaths – this gives farming the poorest safety record of any occupation in the UK.
Webinars available through HSM
Data Driven Safety, A new Era in Gas Detection – 3 September 2025 at 10:30am – Register to attend for Free
New Industrial Head Protection Standard – 16 September 2025 at 10:30am – Register to attend for Free
The invisible hazards – understanding hand-arm vibration and noise in metalworking – 24 September 2025 at 10:30am – Register to attend for Free
Public consultation: CCUS and offshore hydrogen – Regulatory proposals for carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS) and offshore hydrogen production
HSE’s work supports innovation, productivity and economic growth in Great Britain and businesses that adopt effective, proportionate health and safety practices increase productivity and worker engagement.
HSE’s strategy commits us to enabling industry to innovate safely to prevent major incidents, supporting the move towards Net Zero.
This consultation explores proposals for legislative changes in relation to:
- CCUS operations offshore and in pipelines
- offshore production of hydrogen
- arrangements for the transport of HSE inspectors to offshore wind facilities
An Options Assessment including early cost benefit analysis has also been produced and may be used to inform your responses.
How to submit your response
To find out more and to view the various options on how you can submit your response, visit our consultation website: Regulatory proposals for carbon capture utilisation and storage and offshore hydrogen production
Responses must be received by 13 August 2025.
Reactec – What to consider before choosing a HAVS monitoring solution
If your current system measures vibration exposure, it might be time to think bigger. The right HAVS monitoring solution should do more than just collect data. It should help you understand where the real risks are, support informed decisions, and make it easier to protect your workforce.
From accurate, independently verified data to simple cloud-based reporting and automatic alerts, we’ve pulled together the key things to look for when reviewing your options.
Read the full guide to choosing the right HAVS solution here.
As seasons shift, so do the challenges of maintaining safe working environments. Dry conditions can lead to increased dust levels, whilst seasonal changes in daylight and site operations can affect how people and equipment move safely together. These factors contribute to constant changing levels of risk, particularly with proximity.
Proximity hazards continue to be a serious concern in dynamic workplaces, especially where people and vehicles interact. When site layouts or workflows change even slightly, visibility can be reduced and safe movement paths become harder to manage. These risks are often underestimated until a serious incident occurs.
Reactec helps you stay ahead of changing risk profiles with real time insight across vibration, noise, dust and proximity. Our connected wearables provide a single source of risk intelligence giving you clear visibility across multiple hazards. In addition, you can also use the complimentary R-Link messaging feature to send timely alerts to your team’s devices, whether it is a hydration reminder during warmer days or updates to site safety rules.
By understanding how your risks evolve and responding quickly, you can make a measurable impact on health and safety outcomes.
If you would like to explore how to get the most from worker messaging, or any other features, please reach out to your account manager for tailored support.
To support this, click here to learn how Reactec’s innovative technology helps you stay ahead of workplace risks all year round.