According to the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, 1 in 5 workplace fatalities happen on farms. Farmers should take safety seriously. It can be dangerous when farmers don’t follow safety guidelines and/or forget to wear protective gear – especially when handling chemicals and operating machinery.
To help make a farm a safe workplace setting for everyone, here are a few things to consider:
It’s important for farmers to wear PPE when required and/or recommended. Wearing PPE can mitigate risks and encourage safe work practices on a farm.
PPE comes in many forms, including:
Remember that safety is important; think of PPE as another layer of protection to help keep workers safe. It’s also important to keep in mind that although PPE can help prevent injuries and accidents, it’s not a substitute for good workplace practices and safe work procedures.
If you would like to find out more about protecting the things you care about with a WFI insurance policy or review your coverage, contact WFI on 1300 934 934 or visit wfi.com.au.
This is general advice only and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation or needs (“your personal circumstances”). Before using this advice to decide whether to purchase a product, you should consider your personal circumstances and the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determinations available from the product issuer, Insurance Australia Limited ABN 11 000 016 722 AFSL 227681 trading as WFI.