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Importance of managing fatigue on-farm
Martin Merrick
With the growing seasonality of workloads, fatigue can quickly set in at busy periods on farms.
Importance of managing fatigue on-farm
Safety statement third most common cause of QA non-compliance
20 July 2024 Farm safety
Safety statement third most common cause of QA non-compliance
Farms with three or more employees are legally required to possess an up-to-date Farm Safety Statement while farms with less than three employees must have a Farm Safety Risk Assessment.
Too many risks still being taken on farms
17 July 2024 Farm safety
Too many risks still being taken on farms
While there has been a conscious effort by farmers to improve farm safety, farms are still the most dangerous place of work in Ireland.
Francie Gorman: we need to make farm safety a number one priority
IFA president Francie Gorman highlights how even though farming is a hazardous occupation, many accidents are preventable.
17 July 2024 Farm safety
Safe use of pesticides for users and the environment
Pesticide usage can be damaging to both the environment and the user of the chemical, but taking precautions greatly reduces the risk to both.
17 July 2024 Farm safety
Making construction appointments on farms
Nearly all farm projects require appointments to be made regarding risks of health and safety. Martin Merrick details where and how they should be made.
17 July 2024 Farm safety
Safety should never be left to chance
Ciaran Roche of FBD highlights the dangers of farm construction work and working at heights, and how the risk simply isn't worth it.
17 July 2024 Farm safety
IFJ Junior: how to stay safe on the farm this summer
Summer sees the activity levels on farms increase, meaning more caution needs to be taken by both adults and kids.
26 June 2024 Farm safety