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Farming Matters: "Farming accounts for 20% of all workplace deaths... employers must recognise their duty of care"

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: John Kushnick, legal operations director at National Accident Helpline

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Farming Matters: "Farming accounts for 20% of all workplace deaths... employers must recognise their duty of care"

Recent data has revealed that farming accounts for 20% of all workplace deaths in the UK, despite farmers making up only 1% of the entire workforce. This highlights the need for improved safety in...

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