A GUIDE TO HEALTH & SAFETY IN AGRICULTURE

The rural safety handbook

We’ve packed this handbook with practical tips on managing health and safety on the farm or field.

 

You'll learn about:

Your responsibilities as a PCBU

How to spot and reduce risks in a rural setting

How to handle incidents

Best practices for training your team

WHAT TO EXPECT

4 key takeaways from the handbook

Know your safety duties

Understand responsibilities for PCBUs, officers, managers, and workers. 

A process to manage risks and incidents

Identify, assess, and control farm risks. Prepare for, respond to, and investigate incidents effectively.

Plan for any emergency

Create and practise comprehensive emergency plans. Keep your farm prepared for various scenarios.

Build a safety culture

Properly induct and train your team. Learn best practices for managing contractors and visitors. 

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