11 September 2004 - Double Safety Awareness Days in October for Hampshire Farmers
The latest in the Health and Safety Executives (HSE) nationwide programme of free agricultural safety events will be held in October and aims to raise awareness to the many dangers surrounding everyday work on the farm.
The first of the two events will be held at the Isle of Wight College, Medina Way, Newport on Tuesday 26th October 2004. With the HSE in partnership with Lantra, the National Farmers Union and the Isle of Wight College.
The second event will be held at the Sparsholt College, Winchester, Hampshire on Thursday 28th October 2004. With the HSE in partnership with Lantra, the National Farmers Union and Sparsholt College.
Steve Hull, HM Principal Inspector for Agriculture in Hampshire will talk on various issues that can lead to fatalities or serious injuries such as: falls from height, manual handling and child safety. Qualified Lantra trainers will be presenting the scenarios and HSE inspectors will be available to offer additional advice and guidance.
Michelle Hickey, HM Inspector for Safety and Health in Hampshire commented:
"Improving farm safety is one of the HSE's top priorities. The number of fatalities and serious accidents on farms must be reduced. This includes accidents to farmers, employees and children. I strongly encourage farmers to take up their invitation and come along as they should find the day both useful and hopefully enjoyable too".
