Agricultural environments and fisheries present unique access and safety challenges. Wet ground, uneven surfaces, organic waste, heavy equipment and constant exposure to the elements all increase the risk of slips and falls. Creating safe, durable and easy-to-maintain access routes is essential to protect workers from harm, while keeping operations running efficiently, whatever the weather.
At Barclay & Mathieson, we supply a wide range of ground reinforcement, flooring and handrail systems designed to perform reliably in rural, coastal and waterside environments — utilising GRP, steel and recycled plastic in a range of ways.
Long periods of standing are required across many agricultural operations. Our recycled plastic anti-fatigue flooring is widely used to improve comfort and reduce physical strain on employees in facilities such as:
Manufactured from durable recycled materials, these interlocking tiles improve underfoot comfort while allowing water and waste to drain away, helping reduce fatigue, improve hygiene and maintain safe working conditions.
Unstable ground is a constant issue across farms and other outdoor environments. Ground reinforcement grids provide a practical solution where access is required over grass, soil or gravel without causing rutting or erosion.
Common applications include:
These systems distribute loads more evenly while maintaining drainage, creating stable, low-maintenance access routes that blend naturally into their surroundings.
Access around water presents some of the highest slip risks in any sector. Our GRP open mesh grating and steel or GRP handrails are particularly well suited to agricultural and fisheries applications where moisture, mud and algae are unavoidable.
They are commonly used to create:
GRP mini-mesh grating is ideal for waterside walkways. It provides excellent slip resistance and the smaller apertures in the mesh reduce the likelihood of tools or equipment falling through, improving efficiency during daily operations.
Across agriculture and fisheries, materials must withstand constant exposure to moisture, chemicals, salt air and temperature changes. Our solutions are selected for:
By offering a wide range of GRP, steel and recycled plastic products, we help clients choose the most practical solution for each area of their site.
From improving worker comfort underfoot to creating safe access around water and across soft ground, Barclay & Mathieson provides proven access and safety solutions tailored to the realities of agricultural and fisheries environments.
Contact our team to discuss your project requirements or explore our product pages to find the right solution for your site.
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