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Agricultural Show Exhibition Stand Risk Assessment — Generated Instantly for £29
Describe your stand, your products and the show you're exhibiting at — county shows, the Royal Three Counties Show, or any UK agricultural event. We generate a fully written, UK-compliant risk assessment covering outdoor exhibition hazards, weather, livestock proximity and crowd dynamics in minutes.
Used by brands, retailers, machinery dealers and food producers exhibiting at agricultural shows across the UK
🐄 Stand located near a livestock ring, machinery display or main arena? Mention it — we'll include specific controls for crowd flow, animal proximity, and vehicle movement across the show ground.
Legal requirements for agricultural show exhibitors
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 places a general duty on every business to protect the health and safety of employees and members of the public who may be affected by their activities — including staff and visitors at an exhibition stand. This applies whether you're a national machinery dealer or a small brand exhibiting at a single county show.
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require every employer to carry out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment of the activities they undertake, under Regulation 3(1). For an agricultural show stand, this means assessing hazards specific to outdoor event sites: uneven ground, weather exposure, temporary structures, vehicle movements, and proximity to livestock rings and machinery demonstrations. You can read more about when a written assessment is legally required in our guide on do I need a risk assessment.
Show organisers — including the Royal Agricultural Society of England, the Great Yorkshire Show, and county agricultural societies across the UK — routinely require exhibitors to submit a written risk assessment as a condition of their pitch booking. This is separate from, but consistent with, HSE guidance on managing health and safety at outdoor events. Our risk assessment legal requirements guide covers what a compliant document needs to include.
How it works
1. Describe your stand
Tell us the show you're attending, your stand type (gazebo, marquee, vehicle-based), products displayed, and whether you're near livestock, machinery demos or the main arena. Mention if setup runs across multiple days.
2. Let the app take the strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, UK-compliant risk assessment covering outdoor show ground hazards, weather, structures, and crowd dynamics — ready for submission to organisers.
3. Instant download and use
Download as PDF and Word. Submit it as part of your exhibitor pack, keep it on-site during the show, or file it for your own records. £29, no subscription.
What it covers
Every agricultural show exhibition stand risk assessment is written in full — covering the specific hazards of large-scale outdoor show grounds.
Trip and slip hazards on grass, mud and uneven show ground terrain
Wind loading and stability of gazebos, marquees and pop-up structures
Weather exposure — sun, heat, rain and cold for staff and visitors
Proximity to livestock rings, pens and animal handling areas
Proximity to machinery demonstrations and heavy vehicle movements
Crowd flow and pedestrian safety around busy show avenues
Electrical safety for generators, extension leads and temporary power
Manual handling of stock, crates and display equipment
Fire safety for temporary structures and any cooking or heating equipment
Site security and overnight storage of stock and equipment
First aid provision and emergency procedures on a large event site
Vehicle access, loading and unloading on the show ground
Working outdoors for extended hours — fatigue and welfare
Public interaction and lone working during quieter periods on the stand
Works for
From clothing brands to machinery dealers, Anyrisks covers every type of agricultural show exhibitor.
What customers say
"We were exhibiting at the Royal Three Counties Show and the organiser wanted a proper risk assessment before they'd confirm our pitch. Anyrisks had it ready in minutes, covering the gazebo, footfall and weather."
Emma R.
Sock and hosiery brand founder, Worcestershire
"Our machinery stand backs right onto the demonstration arena. Anyrisks covered vehicle movements and crowd proximity properly — the show society accepted it without any queries."
David T.
Farm machinery sales manager, Yorkshire
"We do six county shows a season. Being able to generate a specific risk assessment for each site in a couple of minutes instead of adapting old paperwork has saved us hours."
Fiona M.
Food producer and market trader, Devon
Anyrisks vs DIY templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers outdoor show ground hazards specifically | ✓ | ✗ |
| Livestock and machinery proximity addressed | ✓ | ✗ |
| Wind loading and temporary structure stability included | ✓ | ✗ |
| Weather exposure and outdoor welfare covered | ✓ | ✗ |
| Tailored to your specific show and stand type | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a risk assessment to exhibit at an agricultural show?
Yes. Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, every exhibitor is legally required to assess the risks of their stand and activities. Show organisers such as the Royal Three Counties Show, the Great Yorkshire Show and county shows across the UK will ask exhibitors to submit a written risk assessment before the event, and stands without one can be refused a pitch on the day.
How is an agricultural show stand different from an indoor trade fair?
Agricultural shows are large outdoor sites with livestock rings, machinery demonstrations, uneven ground, vehicle movements and exposure to weather — none of which apply to an indoor exhibition hall. Your risk assessment needs to cover trip hazards on grass and mud, wind loading on gazebos and banners, sun exposure and hot weather, and crowd flow around animal pens and heavy machinery, in addition to the usual stand risks like electrical safety and manual handling.
What if my stand includes a gazebo, marquee or pop-up structure?
Mention the structure type and size when describing your stand. The assessment will cover wind loading, ground anchoring or weighting requirements, and stability checks — all of which show organisers typically require evidence of, especially given HSE guidance on temporary demountable structures at outdoor events.
Does it cover working near livestock and machinery displays even though my stand doesn't involve animals?
Yes. Even if your own stand is unrelated to livestock, such as a clothing or retail brand, your risk assessment can note the proximity of animal areas and machinery zones and include controls such as maintaining clear walkways and briefing staff on show ground rules and emergency procedures.
Can I use this for a multi-day show with overnight stock storage?
Yes. Describe the show duration and whether stock or equipment is left on site overnight, and the assessment will include controls for site security, weatherproofing of stored goods, and fire safety for any temporary storage.
Will the risk assessment be accepted by show organisers?
Anyrisks produces a fully written, regulation-referenced risk assessment in the standard format that county show societies, the Royal Agricultural Society of England and other event organisers expect from exhibitors. It is professional, specific to your stand, and ready to submit as part of your exhibitor pack.
How long does it take to generate?
Under 2 minutes. Describe your stand, products and the show you are attending, and Anyrisks produces a complete, UK-compliant agricultural show exhibition stand risk assessment instantly.
Does it cover manual handling of stock and display equipment?
Yes — setting up and breaking down a stand, carrying stock crates and moving display units across show ground terrain all involve manual handling risks. The assessment includes controls in line with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, tailored to outdoor show conditions.
Also see: The ultimate guide to risk assessment · Do I need a risk assessment · Risk assessment legal requirements · Risk assessment generator