Get Peace of Mind with the AAA Scheme
Joining the AAA Scheme is one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect your visitors, your team, and your reputation.
The Animal Attraction Assurance Scheme (for members only) your friendly helping hand to make sure your farm attraction is safe, compliant and trusted by your visitors.
Think of it as your safety and compliance buddy. Delivered by KIWA and backed by NFAN, the AAA Scheme helps you confidently implement the Industry Code of Practice (ICoP) through a supportive and practical approach.
Peace of Mind Enhanced Safety Real Credibility
A clear, easy-to-follow checklist for applying the ICoP
An independent and supportive audit to confirm safety and compliance
Evidence of due diligence and commitment to best practice
NFAN members get £150 subsidy
Marketing and PR opportunities to promote your high standards
Potential insurance premium reductions
Boosted public confidence in your attraction
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How to Run a Safe Lambing Event
Industry Code of Practice - Clear Standards for Keeping Visitors Safe Around Animals
The Industry Code of Practice (ICoP) sets out the essential steps farm attractions must follow to manage animal contact safely. Developed with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and supported by NFAN, it gives you a simple framework that inspectors recognise and visitors can trust.
So why should you join?
Receive a certificate and badge to showcase your high safety standards across your website, social media, and marketing.
Get clear guidelines to support staff training, inductions, and consistent adoption of the Industry Code of Practice.
Be recognised among the top 30% of UK farm attractions, demonstrating the highest standards of animal welfare, customer care, and safety.
Gain reassurance that your attraction has been independently audited to meet the Industry Code of Practice and the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare.
Animal Attraction Assurance Scheme (AAA Scheme)
Annual Accreditation Fees:
| Category | Annual Visitors | Price (ex. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Band A | Less than 20,000 | £120.75 |
| Band B | 20,000 - 75,000 | £236.25 |
| Band C | 75,000 - 150,000 | £351.75 |
| Band D | 150,000+ | £509.25 |
Ready to get started?
NFAN members are eligable for £150 subsidy to make joining the AAA Scheme even easier.
Contact us on [email protected] for more info.
Resources
Free HSE leaflet to Hand Out to Visitors
It’s important to educate visitors about they can help protect themselves on their visit. The HSE has produced a free document which you can download and print to give to customers or use as a template to create your own version of leaflet or signate in your brand style.
Customer Leaflet
Advice for Teachers and Other who Organise Visits for Children
This advice is for teachers and others who organise visits for children. It explains actions that you can take to reduce the risk of ill health arising from contact with animals
Industry Guidance Notes
Links to the latest Industry Guidance Notes (2025) can be found in the resources section of the website. This information is provided based on our understanding and research, however it does not constitute legal advice. You should carry out your own checks and seek independent professional guidance where necessary. NFAN accepts no liability for any decisions or actions taken based on this information.