The Health & Safety Bulletin from Ceres Rural. August 2023 Update.
This edition highlights the publication by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) of the annual farming fatalities report, which shows a slight increase in the number of deaths on the previous 12-month period. The bulletin reviews the topic of hand-arm vibration before explaining the requirements of the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases & Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). It also covers the subject of portable appliance testing and concludes with two case studies relating to hazardous atmospheres, with learning outcomes for the agricultural industry.
For any queries please contact Robert Gazely on 07592 041617 or robert.gazely@ceresrural.co.uk
