Pilot/escort vehicles do not need to be registered as 'primary producer' 'Primary Producer' registered vehicles can be driven for any aspect of your life, as long as you are not using them to carry on another business for reward (payment via money or goods) South Australia Motor Vehicles Act 1959 34—Registration fees for primary producers' […]
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I know there are those who remove guards from Headers and other machines due to fire risk. If you are going to do this, you need to establish a 'safe operating procedure' that includes that potential practice. It would also be beneficial for the whole industry if you would report your issue to the manufacturer […]
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You don't just snap your fingers and 'BOOM'..... farm safety arrangements have been addressed and implemented! It's a gradual process and is often a matter of formalising many of the things you already do If the family dynamic & attitude allows!!.....start with a farm business commitment & some basic rules. Download one here: do-i-need-a-work-health-safety-policy Next, you need […]
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I'm not a huge fan of online inductions, but when things just happen and you need to induct a new worker, this is a great option. If you're looking for a good quality, online Induction, I use the Grain Producers Australia Training platform. Grain Producers Australia This generic Ag Induction is an excellent first step for a […]
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Ultimately yes.....but it's not the priority item in my opinion! Although the word 'policy' is only mentioned in the Regulations as specifically required for mining, construction and major hazard facilities. A policy is really the rule book that gives direction to workers of what's expected of them. Every business has a variety of basic duties […]
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Keep your Chemical Accreditation up to date (it can easily be done on online now) Aim to have a compliant chemical storage shed Print the SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and put them in an easily accessible folder for quick reference if ever required – they can all be found on the internet. As long as […]
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Many of our modern ag machines are exceeding what is considered 'the safe clearance distance' under power lines. Safe Clearance Distances as per the Electricity Regulations 2012:TABLE 3: Clearance distance between load being transported and aerial lines Voltage Clearance […]
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Providing ‘perfect’ workplace facilities on a farm is difficult to achieve, especially with numerous isolated properties where some are only utilised during busy times of the farming calendar. Just do the best you can at your regular work sites and allow access to water at those isolated, rarely used sites in whatever delivery method is […]
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There’s a great deal of information on the internet about welding processes and safety precautions. Elgas and BOC both have quite informative websites and there are some publications that are also helpful for welding safety: Safety in Welding and Allied Processes Fire Precautions Welding Guide - DuraGal - A good guide Welding Hazards and Risk […]
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There have been a lot of regulatory changes in trucking in recent years that farmers need to comply with. As of October 1st, 2018, for most states in Australia, the Chain of Responsibility will be further enforced into a model that follows Work, Health & Safety Law (WHS), not just the Heavy Vehicle National Law […]
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Farmers have a lot of lifting and shifting and rearranging we do in our sheds and workyards. We get into awkward postures when performing machinery maintenance and other tasks. Get organised Don't be a hero! Use the machinery & tools you have available to lift heavy objects or position yourself appropriately to the work at hand […]
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There are specific requirements for a workplace first aid kit so you need to think about how many people you have working within the business and have enough kits to also cover your remote & isolated work. Have a well stocked kit at your main workplace/workshop Provide smaller portable kits that can be taken in […]
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Electrical Safety on Farm Get an electrician or qualified test & tagger to test and tag all of your electrical equipment and power cords. This should be done at varying times depending on the device and its location, but at least get it done every 12 months In some states, you can do an Electrical […]
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The safety of children on farm must be our priority as farming families. Managing this requires: Supervision Setting rules e.g. NO going up to the sheds without mum or dad Enforcing those rules and regularly teaching them to the children who live on farm Ongoing dialogue about farm safety within the farming family e.g. Dad […]
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