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No matter how safely a farm worker may try to carry out their job, there are no roles which are absolutely risk free and unfortunately many people become involved in work-related accidents every year.
Although some of these accidents are unforeseeable and could not have been prevented, there are a few precautions which employers can take to help ensure the safety and wellbeing of their staff.
Farms are responsible for creating large amounts of produce, including dairy products, meat and vegetables. However, farming can carry a lot of risks to workers, and it is incredibly important that employees receive the correct training for their jobs and are not put in situations which could compromise their safety.
As farms usually cover large areas of land, it is convenient for workers to use tractors, farm vehicles and other workplace vehicles in order to get around and, in some cases, move machinery or produce from one place to another.
However, it is vital that any workers who are required to use a farm vehicle are adequately trained in how to use the vehicle, that the vehicle is safe and well maintained.
In agriculture, vehicles are the most common cause of serious injuries and fatalities, so it is incredibly important that safety precautions around vehicles are made a priority.
Whenever a vehicle is left after use, the operator should ensure that it cannot move or cause an injury to workers or pedestrians in any way. The handbrake should be firmly on, any controls should be put in neutral, and the engine should be left with the key removed.
Any raised implements or loads should be lowered to the ground and the vehicle braking system should be frequently checked and well maintained.
To boost chances of avoiding an accident, the vehicle, the driver, and the site all need to be appropriate for the task at hand, and employers may need to assess these factors individually to help remove any potential dangers from the situation.
If you have sustained a personal injury from an accident at work, you may be able to make a compensation claim for your pain, suffering and any loss of earnings.
Here at YouClaim we have some of the very best solicitors in the UK to help you receive the maximum amount of compensation possible.
What's more, we offer our services absolutely free of charge, so regardless of the outcome of your case, you won't have to pay us a penny at any point.
Find out more about making a claim, call YouClaim now on 0800 10 757 95, or if you are using your mobile, call 0333 240 0871.
