Agriculture

Falls are the second highest cause of death in agriculture – every year at least eight people die falling from a height. Those who survive suffer broken bones and worse. Falls often happen from roofs, lofts, ladders, vehicles, bale stacks, and unsuitable access equipment, such as buckets. These accidents and injuries cause you pain and … Read more

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) are an executive agency of the Government with legal responsibilities for monitoring and supporting health and safety within the United Kingdom and promoting safe working practices and conditions. They also have significant legal powers! Section 20 of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act (1974) gives guidance to … Read more

Hazards and risks associated with the use of strimmers • Flying debris which can cause injury to the eyes or other part of the body, injure pedestrians, damage parked cars, property or passing vehicles.• Animal faeces which can cause disease – operators may come into contact with these when adjusting cutting cords or if these … Read more