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Farming

Workers employed in agriculture are at greater risk of being killed or injured at work than most. Learn more about how to manage the risks and hazards on a farm, including working with animals, vehicles and chemicals.

 
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Book your MSD Farm Morning Tea

Eligible farming businesses can receive a free morning tea with a local SafeWork NSW Inspector to talk about managing hazardous manual tasks and musculoskeletal disorders (MSD).

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  • A-Z farm safety guide

    Identify risks on a farm and what you can do about it

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  • Chemicals on farms

    Advice for using chemicals safely

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  • Child safety on farms

    Information to keep children safe on farms

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Articles

  • Confined spaces

    Safety tips for working in confined spaces

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  • Diseases on farms

    Information to reduce the risk of diseases on farms

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  • Equipment on farms

    Advice on operating farm machinery and equipment

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  • Emergencies

    Download your farm emergency card

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  • Inductions

    Safety resources for the horticulture industry

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  • Mental health

    Tips for farmers about coping with stress

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Articles

  • MSD Farm Morning Tea

    Learn more about musculoskeletal disorders

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  • Plant nursery workers

    Information to stay safe at work in plant nurseries

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  • Quad bikes and SSVs

    Information for safe quad bike and side-by-side vehicle use

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Articles

  • Safe recovery card

    Poster about recovering farm vehicles and equipment

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  • Self-assessment

    Learn what you do well and where you need to improve

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  • Silo safety on farms

    Safety tips for working in and around silos on farms

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Articles

  • Sun safety on farms

    Tips about how to protect yourself while working in the sun

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  • Virtual farm safety

    Learn about work health and safety on your farm

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  • Working with livestock

    Resources to help you manage livestock

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