This leaflet defines NTS in farming and provides an overview of why these skills are so important.
Leaflets
The aim of these leaflets is to provide information about non-technical skills and risk management in farming. Each leaflet includes a brief research background, explains why the particular skill is important and provides some tips on implementing skills in practice. All leaflets are FREE to view and download.
Ever wondered what pilots and farmers have in common? Click here to read about situation awareness in farming and in flight.
Farmers and firefighters both need to make quick decisions in dynamic environments, this leaflet compares the roles and explains the importance of decision-making in farming.
This leaflet was developed for the IOSH rural conference and explains how Psychology can be used to enhance communications about safety.
What is leadership in the context of farming? What can farm managers do to enhance the safety of their workers?
Learn more about how task management (planning, preparation, maintaining quality, time management) can help enhance farming safety.
Co-ordinating and sharing information are vital skills to maintain safety on the farm, click here to read more.
This leaflet was developed in collaboration with Yellow Wellies and defines stress, the symptoms to watch out for, and how you can manage stress on the farm.
Fatigue can impact safety and alertness. This leaflet defines fatigue and explains some fatigue proofing strategies to help you manage fatigue on the farm.
This leaflet explains non-technical skills and risk management in the specific context of working with livestock
This leaflet explains the importance of all farmers and farm workers speaking up about safety.
This leaflet explains the causes and impact of conflict and then discusses conflict management.
Leaflet developed in collaboration with Yellow Wellies detailing issues, and sources of support for mental health in farming.