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January 2021

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Read the January 2021 edition of eSAFE Rural newsletter.

Rollover protection on tractors save lives

Since the introduction of mandatory rollover protective structures on tractors in Australia in 1982, there has been a 72 per cent reduction in fatalities from tractor rollovers. However, tractors continue to be one of the most common causes of death and injuries on farms.
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Heavy falls mean flood risks must be managed

With widespread heavy falls across the state this summer, rural workers face challenges their city counterparts rarely experience. A few simple precautions can pay big dividends in the event of flooding.
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Protecting your agribusiness during COVID-19

All agribusinesses in Queensland hiring seasonal workers must have a workplace health management plan. This is to keep you and your staff safe from COVID-19 risks and to continue operating if someone tests positive for the virus.
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Seasonal Worker Program and Pacific Island Labour Scheme trial extended

The Australian Government’s Seasonal Worker Program (SWP) and Pacific Labour Scheme (PLS) initiatives recommenced in Queensland last November when 151 workers arrived from Tonga to support agribusinesses across the state.
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Servicing and maintenance lesson out of fatal crush incident

The importance of correct procedures when servicing and maintaining rural plant has been highlighted by a recent court case over the death of a North Queensland cane harvester.
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Have you considered Q fever vaccination?

If you work closely with animals, especially cattle, sheep, goats or kangaroos, you can protect yourself and your workers with a Q fever vaccination.
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New quad bike safety standards

Quad bike incidents caused nine deaths in Queensland last year and 23 in Australia. Roll overs were blamed for nearly half of them.
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Duties to manage the risk of COVID-19 in the workplace

All businesses in Queensland should have a work health and safety plan that outlines how they are managing COVID-19 risks, as well as responding to any relevant directives issued by Queensland Health.
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Keeping active for body and mind

The positive effects of regular exercise on health and wellbeing are well known. Being physically active not only reduces the risk of some chronic diseases but is also known to help prevent depression, reduce emotional stress and improve quality of life.
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