Number of farm safety inspections halved in 2021

Farming remains one of the most dangerous sectors in which to work.

In 2021, there were nine farm fatalities, a reduction of over 50% compared to 2020.

The number of safety inspections in the agriculture sector carried out by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) halved last year, figures released this week have revealed. 

There were 400 safety inspections and investigations carried out in the sector by the HSA in 2021.