Fatigue on farms.

admin • December 9, 2024

Fatigue on farms is a major safety issue.

This time of year is a busy one on farms. That means there is a big risk of fatigue hitting dangerous levels.


Fatigue is caused by pushing our bodies beyond their mental and physical limits, day after day, with no time to recover. It is more than just being a bit tired.


Fatigue can cause various signs and these can include:

- Slow reaction times

- Poor Co-ordination

- Irritability

- Poor memory

- Poor concentration

- Headaches and dizziness

- Micro-sleeps

- Reduced immunity

- Making mistakes


All of this means that you are more likely to experience safety incidents. This might be in the form of a near miss, an injury, or could even result in a fatality.


Farms can be a dangerous workplace at the best of times - but add fatigue into the mix - and the results can be catastrophic.


Take look at this website to get more info on fatigue on farms and what to do about it:

 Fatigue on the farm | WorkSafe Victoria


If you need support or more information, get in touch with us at:

HSR Training and support | BeSafe | Regional Victoria

International Workers Memorial Day

By admin • May 5, 2026
On 28 April 2026 , BeSafe joined those gathered at Argyle Square, Carlton , to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day (IWMD) in Melbourne. The ceremony honoured those who have lost their lives due to workplace injury or illness and renewed a shared commitment to safer, healthier workplaces. The service began with speeches made by The Secretary of Victorian Trades Hall Council (VTHC) Luke Hilikari, Premier Jacinta Allen, WorkSafe CEO Cathy Henderson and Lived Experience Advocate Lana Cormie. Assistant Secretary of VTHC Wil Stracke was the MC for the occasion and the Trade Union Choir sang throughout. The most moving part of the service was, as always, the boot laying ceremony. This year, 60 pairs of boots were laid to represent the workers lost in the past 12 months. Finally, a rose was laid to represent those who are not counted - in recognition that the numbers are vastly underestimated and many workplace deaths are not recorded in the official statistics. The vision of 60 pairs of boots sitting upon stools in the park is profoundly tragic and deeply moving. A minutes silence marked the moment. This was followed by attendees laying wreaths to honour the fallen workers. The speeches included messages of regret and sorrow, but also a call to action – as we can only truly honour the dead if we take action to ensure the safety of the workers of the future.  “ Honour the dead, and fight like hell for the living .” At BeSafe, we are passionate about workers’ safety and we will continue to do anything we can to improve the safety of all Victorian workplaces. For more on this: Strong union message at workers’ memorial — Independent Education Union Victoria Tasmania STRONG MESSAGE TO COMMEMORATE FALLEN WORKERS ON IWMD - OHS Reps

BeSafe Victoria Launches Psychological Health Training

By admin • April 21, 2026
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