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  1. Farm safety - crush injuries

    Hand and finger injuries are the most common crush injuries that occur on Victorian farms.

  2. Farm safety - falls

    Falls are a common farm hazard, especially for older farmers.

  3. Farm safety - handling animals

    Any animal-handling practices can increase the risk of injury to farmers, farm workers and the animal.

  4. Farm safety - machinery

    Poorly used or faulty machinery is a major cause of death and injury on farms.

  5. Farm safety - manual handling

    Manual handling accidents and injuries are often caused by lifting heavy objects, including animals incorrectly.

  6. Farm safety - quad bikes

    Most injuries and deaths involving quad bikes (all-terrain vehicles) are caused by the bike rolling over the rider.

  7. Farm safety - risks and hazards

    Farms can be dangerous places for workers and family members, but the risks can be reduced.

  8. Farm safety and handling agrichemicals

    To reduce risks on the farm, use hazardous chemicals according to manufacturer guidelines or replace them with less dangerous options.

  9. Farm safety – children

    Children who live on farms are at greater risk of injury and death than their parents or other farm workers.

  10. Farm safety – sheep and shearing

    Handling sheep can cause strains, sprains and other injuries.