Health and Safety Policy.
abridged version 

It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.

The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry. 

Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.

For more information visit the NFU online page.

Our statement of general policy is: 

·      to provide adequate control of the health and safety risks arising from our work activities

·      to consult with our employees/instructors on matters affecting their health and safety and that of trainees

·      to provide and maintain safe plant and equipment

·      to ensure safe handling and use of substances

·      to provide information, instruction and supervision for employee,  instructors and trainees

·      to ensure all employees/instructors are competent to do their tasks, and give them adequate training

·      to prevent accidents and causes of work related ill health

·      to maintain safe and healthy working conditions; and to review and revise this policy as necessary at regular intervals

Full version available on application

Reviewed July 2020