Understanding Your Responsibilities When Visiting a Working Farm

When booking a trip to a working farm, it is crucial to comprehend your responsibilities as a visitor.

WorkSafe Health and Safety guidelines emphasise the importance of taking care of yourself and adhering to certain guidelines:

  1. Respecting Plant and Equipment:
    • Do not interfere with any machinery, electrical installations, or fences on the farm.
    • Refrain from entering unauthorised areas or farm buildings.
  2. Considerate Behaviour Around Animals and Work Activities:
    • Avoid disturbing or unnecessarily approaching farm animals or ongoing work activities.
    • Follow instructions and heed any warnings provided by the farm staff.
  3. Preservation of Property and Safety Measures:
    • Ensure that gates are properly closed and avoid damaging fences.
    • Familiarise yourself with and comply with the specific property rules outlined in our Terms and Conditions.

When registering with OutdoorHQ, you are required to read and agree to our comprehensive Terms and Conditions, which cover the expected behaviour of all our members during their visits to Landowners’ properties. If you have any uncertainties regarding your responsibilities, we strongly recommend reading through our Terms and Conditions to familiarise yourself with the legal guidelines you have agreed to.

Additionally, it is essential to understand and follow the provided health and safety instructions before arriving at the property. These instructions may include, but are not limited to:

  1. Property Boundaries and No-Shoot Zones Map:
    • Familiarise yourself with the boundaries of the property and any designated no-shoot zones.
  2. Awareness of Hazards:
    • Be informed about any known hazards on the farm and take necessary precautions to ensure your safety.
  3. Additional Property Rules:
    • Take note of any specific rules or guidelines unique to the property you will be visiting.
  4. Meeting Your Host:
    • Establish a meeting with your host to receive further instructions and guidance upon arrival.

By understanding and adhering to these responsibilities and instructions, you contribute to maintaining a safe and enjoyable experience for yourself, other visitors, and the farm staff. If you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us. We want to ensure that your visit to the working farm is both fulfilling and safe.