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Agriculture, forestry and fishing

Information on safety and health issues in agriculture, forestry and fishing

Compared to other industries, the agriculture, forestry and fishing industries have a consistently higher than average rate of Lost Time Injuries and Diseases (LTI/Ds).  Being aware of the hazards and developing safety strategies can help to reduce suffering and time lost to injuries and diseases.

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Incidents and accidents in the fishing industry must also be reported to the Department of Transport.