Agriculture

Sow safer working practices. Farming brings unique risks from machinery, vehicles and hazardous substances. Our agricultural risk specialists provide clear, practical advice, assessments and training to meet legal duties and protect your workforce.

How We Help

Farming moves fast. We shape risk management around seasonal peaks, mobile plant and dispersed buildings, so work stays safe without slowing the job. You get proportionate controls, clear responsibilities and reliable records you can use day to day.

Typical risk areas we help you manage:

  • Health and safety risk management: Policies, procedures, audits, risk assessments, safe systems of work and site inspections with clear, prioritised action plans.
  • Project management: Support for construction works, machinery installation and changes to business processes.
  • Contractor management: Approved contractor checks, document reviews and on-site audits.
  • Fire risk management: Practical assessments and improvements for buildings, stores and yards.
  • Environmental and water hygiene: Sensible controls and records for waste, spills and Legionella.
  • DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations): Reviews for fuels, gases and combustible dust, with zoning and proportionate controls.
  • Asbestos management: Inspections, straightforward registers and practical management plans for mixed-age buildings.
  • Noise, vibration and air testing: Surveys, exposure reviews and targeted controls that protect health.
  • Training: Accredited and bespoke courses delivered on site, virtually or via eLearning, scheduled around busy seasons and tailored to your workforce.
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Who We Work With

You won’t get generic advice from us. We work in agriculture every day, understand seasonal and site-specific risks, and bring clarity where it counts. If your operation isn’t listed below, we can still help.

  • Arable farms and growers
  • Livestock and mixed farms
  • Dairy and poultry units
  • Equestrian centres
  • Horticulture, orchards and glasshouse sites
  • Agricultural contractors and engineers
  • Grain stores, on-farm processing and estates
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FAQs

Common Questions, Clear Answers

Short answers to the questions we hear most about Agriculture. For tailored advice, speak to our team.

A clear review of your activities, buildings and records. We look at policies, risk assessments, training, inspections and incident history, then provide a prioritised action plan.

Use xCenta, our online risk management portal, to store policies and risk assessments, set review dates with auto-reminders, share documents with staff and track training and actions in one place.

Yes. We plan visits and training around peak periods and support multi-site estates with simple schedules and central oversight.

Yes. We assess where explosive atmospheres could occur, define zones and set proportionate controls and suitable equipment guidance.

Yes. Sites with buildings need a current fire risk assessment, and any suspect materials must be managed under asbestos rules. We can assess and create practical action plans.

Farming brings risks from moving machinery, chemicals, livestock, noise and vibration, plus seasonal labour. A practical approach keeps work moving while staying safe. We help you prioritise proportionate controls and reviews.

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Consultancy Services

Expertise for Agriculture Challenges

From audits to project management, our consultancy services transform compliance challenges into practical, positive outcomes.

Asbestos Management

Identify, assess and control asbestos risks with expert surveys and plans.

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Building Surveying & PM

Plan and manage property projects with structured safety oversight.

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Business Continuity Planning (BCP)

Build a Business Continuity Plan to prepare for disruption and recovery.

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CDM Advisor

Navigate CDM regulations with expert consultancy and ongoing support.

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DSEAR Compliance

Control fire and explosion risks under the Dangerous Substances law.

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Environmental Management

Meet legal duties and improve sustainability with expert guidance.

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Fire Risk Management

Assess and reduce fire risks with tailored strategies and audits.

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Health & Safety Risk Management

Meet legal duties with expert support across your workplace operations.

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HR Solutions

Stay compliant with expert HR advice, policies and documentation.

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Noise & HAVs

Protect workers from noise and vibration risks with expert assessments and controls.

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Principal Designer

Ensure health and safety is embedded at the design stage of your project.

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Latest case studies

Results You Can Rely On

Our case studies show how we’ve helped organisations across industries meet legal duties, overcome compliance challenges and create safer ways of working.

  • Steetley Corner Group

    A diverse engineering group. We provide long-standing insurance, risk management and HR consultancy support to help them manage complex, evolving...

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  • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level

    The Scalpel

    A landmark City of London skyscraper. We supported CDM compliance across 39 floors in a dense city centre environment, managing...

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  • Tower Bridge

    One of London’s most famous landmarks. We managed CDM advice and risk coordination during critical overnight maintenance closures to keep...

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Training Spotlight

Courses You May Be Interested in

We are a trusted provider of accredited and bespoke Health & Safety training. Our flexible training options include in-person and online eLearning courses for the Agriculture industry.

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Nothing has ever been too much trouble for Matt Todd and the team at PIB Risk Management. Their professionalism, flexibility, and dedication to helping our workforce succeed have been second to none.


Training Manager
Getjar (Masterson Holdings Group)

PIB have gone above and beyond. Their tailored support, from risk assessments to training, fits seamlessly into our operations. We are not just compliant but genuinely safer, with a strong culture of wellbeing.


Regional H&S Coordinator
Perrys Motor Sales

PIB have supported our training across the Southwest, adapting to our needs with practical advice and national reach. Matt has helped us navigate CITB schemes and funding while giving us full control of our plans.

Paul Newman
Contracts Manager
CJL Construction

PIB made our NVQ enrolments simple and well organised. Communication has been excellent, and our assessors have been great throughout. A big thank you to Matt for making the process smooth and stress free.

Beth Swainston​​​​
​Training Manager
​Esh Group

Working with PIB has been invaluable. Their NVQ and on-site training support has helped upskill our teams, improve competency, and build confidence. The trainers are knowledgeable, flexible, and aligned to real site needs.


Duffy Construction Ltd

PIB’s CDM eLearning has helped our leadership team deliver consistent health and safety education across staff and partners. I’d highly recommend them to support your business.


Head of Estate & Facilities
NHS Foundation Trust

Why choose us

Your Risk Journey Starts Here

Clients choose us for our sector expertise, hands-on support and clear, practical advice that helps them stay compliant and protect their people.

  • Clarity From Day One

    Receive expert advice early, so you can make confident, informed decisions.

  • Designed To Scale

    Our flexible support fits your organisation, whether you’re starting small or managing national operations.

  • Built For Your Journey

    We support you from initial assessments through to ongoing compliance and improvement.

  • Industry Specific Expertise

    Our consultants live and breathe your industry and provide practical, tailored solutions.

  • Backed By PIB Group

    Gain access to wider insurance, benefits and risk expertise through our group network.

  • Solutions That Guide You

    xCenta and CyberPrepare guide you through managing compliance and digital risk as your organisation grows.

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Latest News & Insights

News You Can Act On

From regulation changes to risk reduction strategies, we share updates that help you protect people and projects.

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Your project could be our next success story

We’ve helped deliver safer, more compliant outcomes across iconic landmarks, public infrastructure, and complex construction schemes.

If you’re planning your next project, we’d love to help you get it right from the start. See our case studies to learn more.

  • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level
  • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
    • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level
    • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
      • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
      • Exterior of the Old Bailey court building under a clear blue sky
      • New residential block at Wornington Green regeneration project in North Kensington
      • Canada Water regeneration development with high-rise residential towers
        • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
        • Exterior of the Old Bailey court building under a clear blue sky
        • New residential block at Wornington Green regeneration project in North Kensington
        • Canada Water regeneration development with high-rise residential towers