NHVR calls for safer livestock transport methods in the lead up to National Farm Safety Week

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is calling on all stakeholders in the Livestock supply chain to adopt safer transportation methods, after 14 livestock-related crashes in the initial four months of 2024.

The NHVR is teaming up with partners in the Livestock sector, including farmers, to spread this important message ahead of National Farm Safety Week (14 - 20 July 2024).

NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto OAM expressed concern over the alarming statistics for this year, emphasising the joint efforts with the livestock industry to halt this worrying trend.

“If the same rate continues, the number of crashes this year involving livestock could nearly double last year’s total – a devastating outcome for the industry and community,” Mr Petroccitto said.

“Farm safety is a shared responsibility, and preventing crashes requires attention from all stakeholders in the agricultural and livestock sector.

“During National Farm Safety Week, we aim to raise awareness and promote best practices for safe livestock transport.”

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