Put farm safety front of mind
Agriculture has the worst rate of worker fatal injury (per 100,000) of all the main industry sectors, with the annual average rate over the last five years around 20 times as high as the all-industry rate.
The annual HSE report into fatal injuries in agriculture, forestry and fishing highlighted that the number of people who lost their lives in agricultural incidents last year almost doubled to 41, compared to 21 the previous year.
Overturning vehicles or being struck by moving vehicles, caused most deaths.
Risk shouldn’t be an inevitable part of the job. By removing or managing risk, farmers can better protect themselves, their families, their employees, and members of the public from potential life-changing injuries.
Take the time to assess risks and keep an eye on where family members are. Let’s hope we can reduce the number of injuries and fatalities on farm this year. Stay safe.
Keith Fowles is the owner of KLF Insurance Brokers
