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Avoiding injury is important when doing a physical job like farming. Farmers, contractors and workers need to be aware of hazards and know how to reduce the risk of injury.

Injuries can result from repeated manual handling tasks as well as slips, trips, and falls. Safe work practices are important for preventing chronic injuries and conditions - which appear gradually over time - as well as acute injuries like broken bones.

Heavy loads, animals, repetitive tasks, and fatigue can all increase the likelihood of injury when working on a farm. We have produced guidance on how to preventing certain injuries.

 

Preventing manual injuries (fact sheet)

This fact sheet provides concise guidance on preventing handling injuries, particularly lower back pain and injury.

Preventing manual injuries (fact sheet)

 

Preventing manual handling injuries on farms (good practice guidelines)

This guidance provides comprehensive practical advice on reducing injury from manual handling tasks.

Preventing manual handling injuries on farms (good practice guidelines)

 

Preventing slips, trips and falls

A fall on the farm can have much worse consequences than at home. This guidance offers comprehensive advice on minimising the risk of injuries from falls.

Preventing slips, trips and falls (good practice guidelines)