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Industry values Animals and people are at the heart of everything we do in the livestock industries. Cattle are large animals that are very responsive to the way they are handled by humans. For this reason, it is vital that all people working with cattle understand their role in safely and effectively working with livestock […]

Safety is a Core Value of the Industry. Why Does Safety Matter? This module focuses on safety basics to help you stay safe on-farm. Farms are interesting, complex and busy workplaces. They are great places to work and they need to be safe for everyone. Being, and feeling, safe adds a lot to the quality

Workplace Safety All workplaces have the potential to harm the people that work there. Historically, workplaces had a large number of incidents, leading to injuries and death. Strict workplace safety laws were introduced some years ago in all states of Australia to address this. They seek to encourage increasingly safe workplaces and carry penalties for

When you start a new job you must be taken through the relevant policies and procedures for your job role. As an employee you must read, understand and follow the policies, procedures and instructions provided and raise any health and safety issues you see. Ask questions if you do not understand any policy, procedure or

When you carry out AI you may be required to wear and use a range of PPE like coveralls/overalls, aprons, gloves and rubber boots. These are often provided for you by your employer. They need to be used, cleaned, stored, replaced or disposed of correctly as instructed. Always use the recommended PPE to stay safe.

THERE ARE LARGE VEHICLES AROUND FARMS, SO WATCH OUT Traffic around the farm The hazards and the risks of runover Vehicles of all sizes including tankers, trucks, cars, utes, 4 wheel drives, quads, tractors and other heavy machinery are common around farms. With larger trucks and machinery, the operator may not be able to see

Agricultural workplaces such as farms and herd improvement businesses may use a range of chemicals for functions like: Many chemicals have the potential to cause harm to human health and safety. Acute health effects include headaches, vomiting and skin injuries. Chronic health effects include asthma, dermatitis, nerve damage or cancer. Some chemicals are flammable, corrosive,

PREVENT Workplace Injury Controls for lifting and moving things and animals Workers on farms and in herd improvement businesses do a wide variety of manual tasks that involve lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying, holding or restraining things or animals. AI and loading or unloading products and other activities are also repetitive tasks. All of these

Working alone on a farm For some tasks you may be working alone. It’s important that your supervisor knows where you are and when you are expected back. And that you have a means of communication – always carry a phone or an alternative means of communication if phone reception is unreliable. Sun Exposure Be

Safety at Work Who is responsible for safety? Everyone. As an employee you are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others. What is expected of employees? All employees are asked to acknowledge and ‘sign off’ that they understand the farm policies and procedures required to do their jobs efficiently and safely What