Losing time and productivity due to an injury can be frustrating, especially during busy times such as weaning or shearing. There are so many risks on a sheep and beef farm to both farmers and those coming on to farm, we need to consider what safety approaches to take so everyone goes home safe at the end of each day.
Check out the latest statistics from ACC for sheep and beef farms:
3,701
# of injuries (2025)
33
Average days off work (2025)
546
Back/spine injuries (2025)
597
Injuries caused by sprains & strains (2025)
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