Ten Point Plan

Don’t be the weakest link in the Chain

Follow this 10 point code for the safe storage

of fertiliser on farm

û Do not store fertiliser where there is public access

û Do not leave fertiliser in the field overnight

û Do not store fertiliser near to, or visible from the public highway

û It is an offence to sell-on ammonium nitrate fertiliser without the proper certification

üDo purchase your fertiliser from a FIAS approved supplier

üDo retain and file all fertiliser delivery notes

üDo wherever possible, and with regard to HSE safety guidelines, store fertiliser inside a locked building or compound

üDo fully sheet fertiliser when stored outside and regularly check to ensure that the stack has not been tampered with

üDo carry out regular stock checks

üDo report any stock discrepancy or loss to the police immediately

Please note: If storing or handling150 tonnes or more of ammonium nitrate or ammonium nitrate based fertilisers, you must notify HSE

Important Notice

Fertilisers have been misused by many individuals and terrorist organisations to cause widespread harm and destruction. For further advice and guidance please contact your local Counter Terrorism Security Adviser via your local Police Service

This advice has been developed by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO), the Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC), National Farmers Unions, and DEFRA.

For further information visit NaCTSO Secure Your Fertiliser

10 Point Plan

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