N.Ireland
Just one decision, shortcut or missed hazard can bring a devastating change to the lives of a farm family, HSENI has warned.
Eight agricultural workers have died on farms in Northern Ireland due to falls from height since 2020, with two of those deaths in 2026.
The HSENI announced it is starting new inspections on stricter pest control measures aimed at protecting wildlife.
Farm Safety
Lakeland Dairies has launched a farm safety campaign to help reduce accidents and injuries on NI supplier farms over the busy summer period.
14 people have died on farms in Northern Ireland over the past decade due to falls from height, according to data from HSENI.
Farmers are being reminded to prioritise child safety in the coming months as many kids will likely take on more farm roles this summer.
Agri-Business
Farmers in Northern Ireland are being urged to prioritise safety as silage season approaches.
A sawmill company in Northern Ireland has been fined £87,000 after an employee had his foot amputated following a serious injury at work.
The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) warned of 'serious risks' for pregnant women during lambing and calving season.
A new health and safety campaign has allowed agri commentators to highlight the mental health benefits of farming through to an older age.
Rural Life
A new farm safety campaign aimed at reducing the number of work-related deaths and injuries among older farmers has been launched.
Twelve primary school pupils from across Northern Ireland were celebrated after their winning artwork was transformed into a calendar.
Falls from height remain one of the leading causes of death and serious injury in construction and...
The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) is highlighting the hidden danger of asbestos on farms.
Farmers in Northern Ireland are being urged to make their safety a priority when mixing slurry ahead of the closed period for spreading.
Following a joint investigation by the HSENI and PSNI, a Co. Antrim trailer manufacturer has been fined for health and safety offences.
More farmers are following safer work practices according to new figures from a farm safety survey...
The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) has welcomed two new affiliate members to the Farm Safety Partnership (FSP).
The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) is highlighting the key risk associated with age during Farm Safety Week 2025.
The HSENI has given its full support to the Farm Safety Foundation in its efforts to change farming’s poor safety record.
The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) is urging farmers and contractors to...
The HSENI announced a series of advisory and inspection visits across the agri-food sector as part of its healthier workplaces campaign.
The HSENI is urging farm families to visit it's stand at the Balmoral Show to learn about protecting children from farm accidents.
