Welsh farmer died after overfilled animal feed bin fell on him
7th October 2024
A Welsh farmer died after an overfilled animal feed bin toppled over on him and his son, an inquest has found.
Cumbria: Farm worker died after being run over by tractor
3rd October 2024
A farm worker from Cumbria died after getting out of a tractor which then began to move and collided with him, an inquest heard.
Cumbria: 8-year-old boy died after being shot on farm
30th September 2024
An eight-year-old boy died after he was shot in the head and face on a farm in Cumbria.
OCT 2024
Are your trailer brakes up to scratch?
24th September 2024
Merit Inspection Services shares advice on legal requirements, findings from testing data, and its range of solutions.
Welsh farmer found dead in slurry tank
23rd September 2024
Tributes have been paid to a Welsh farmer who was found dead in a slurry tank after he was reported missing.
Lancashire farmer cheats death after crashing into electricity pole
20th September 2024
A Lancashire farmer has cheated death after crashing into an electricity pole and bringing down overhead electricity lines carrying 6,600 volts.
farm safety
10-year-old boy crushed to death by quadbike
18th September 2024
A 10-year-old boy, Thomas Bull, was crushed to death by a quadbike after taking the vehicle without his parents’ permission, an inquest heard.
farm safety
Over a dozen people killed on farms since April
17th September 2024
The HSE has been notified of 13 farm deaths since 1st April, with eight deaths linked to transport.
Tractor driver airlifted to hospital after crash
17th September 2024
A tractor driver has been airlifted to hospital following a crash in North Yorkshire.
OCT 2024
Trailer safety: The ‘root’ to success
17th September 2024
As agricultural machines begin transporting root crops, industry groups have come together for a new campaign to ensure trailer safety.
farm safety
Teenager caught using phone while driving a tractor
28th August 2024
A 16-year-old boy will appear in court over claims that he drove a tractor underage and was using his phone while driving.
SEP 2024
How to minimise the risks from PTO shafts
27th August 2024
Accidents involving PTO shafts are among the most common causes of serious injuries when operating farm machinery.