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Farming
Structure: 7 sections with a quiz each, followed by “Spot the Hazard” simulation exercise.
Passing requirement: 100% with unlimited tries
Timing: Estimated learning time – 25 to 30 minutes
Structure: 7 sections with a quiz each, followed by “Spot the Hazard” simulation exercise.
Passing requirement: 100% with unlimited tries
Timing: Estimated learning time – 21 to 25 minutes
Structure: 7 sections with a quiz each, followed by “Spot the Hazard” simulation exercise.
Passing requirement: 100% with unlimited tries
Timing: Estimated learning time – 21 to 25 minutes
The farming industry involves activities in diverse geographic settings, mostly in regional and remote properties.
Activities in this industry include: sheep and wool farming, beef cattle farming, grain farming, daily cattle farming, poultry farming, pig farming and other livestock farming.
Job roles for young workers in the farming industry may include:
- farm workers
- jackaroos/ jillaroos
- sheering shed hands
Be aware!
29%
of work-related injuries in this industry happened to young workers.
Job roles for young workers in the farming industry may include:
- farm workers
- jackaroos/ jillaroos
- sheering shed hands
Be aware!
28%
of work-related injuries in this industry happened to young workers.
The farming industry is one of the most dangerous to work in, so you need to pay attention at all times.
SAMM can help you to take steps to manage workplace hazards.
SAMM – Spot the hazard; Assess the risk; Make the changes; Monitor and follow-up.
Top incident causing injuries were from:
Other hazardous areas to look out for:
Electrical safety
Contact with a chemical or hazardous substance
Noise
Biological Hazards
Working in hot conditions
Working alone
Other hazardous areas to look out for:
Electrical safety
Contact with a chemical or hazardous substance
Noise
Biological Hazards
Working in hot conditions
Working alone
Other hazardous areas to look out for:
Electrical safety
Contact with a chemical or hazardous substance
Noise
Biological Hazards
Working in hot conditions
Working alone
Source: WorkCover WA (2024). Workers’ compensation Western Australian claims data 2018-19 to 2022-23p
Note: Calculation based on a five-year total from 2018-19 to 2022-23p. Based on the percentage of all incidents, the combination of all injuries is not equal to 100%
Injuries are measured by number of LTI/Ds (1+days/shifts lost)
SmartMove farming industry is classified under ANZSIC 2006 – Groups 014, 016, 017, 018, 019
Source: WorkCover WA (2022). Workers’ compensation Western Australian claims data 2016-17 to 2020-21p
Note: Calculation based on a five-year total from 2016 -17 to 2020-21p. Based on the percentage of all incidents, the combination of all injuries is not equal to 100%
Injuries are measured by number of LTI/Ds (1+days/shifts lost)
SmartMove farming industry is classified under ANZSIC 2006 – Groups 014, 016, 017, 018, 019
There are many ways to protect yourself and be safe in this industry
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There are many ways to protect yourself and be safe in this industry
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Acknowledgement of Country
The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.
WorkSafe SmartMove
Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety