Glengyle
All contractors and visitors to the farm must either sign in and out using the link above or by text to Ed Finlay at 021 133 2865 on arriving and leaving. The exception is if your vehicle fleet is tracked by GPS.
Contractor's health and safety documents can be forwarded to flagfarmsltd@gmail.com.
Emergency services location: 159 Pukeuri-Oamaru Rd.
Helicopter Co-ordinates: -45.0530288809434, 171.00507378375713
Please read all General Hazards and the Hazard Map as relevant to your work on each farm below.
All hazards are subject to change and where possible those changes will be updated on this site and existing contractors notified. However, care must be taken at all times as this is not an exhaustive list. Expect the unexpected and report any incidents or accidents. We will investigate incidents in order to find ways to prevent them happening again. The policies you read here are often the results of previous accidents and incidents. To encourage full and open reporting we operate a 'just culture' where investigations are not used to inform disciplinary procedures unless malice is involved. Please also report any changed or new hazards you may notice. You can do so anonymously on this website if you prefer. We are open to all suggestions how to make the farm safer.
General Hazards
Stock on public roads is a high collision risk. All gates are to be shut after you go through them, especially the main gates. Caution overhead wires crossing the driveway.
Steep and sometimes slippery slopes - high risk of sliding or rolling. Some slopes are unstable and prone to slips, particularly in wet weather. Keep clear of these slopes where possible.
Uneven, rough or soft and boggy ground. High risk of losing control, collision or roll-over. These hazards can be anywhere and develop any time. Report any holes or bogs to management to be fixed. These are particularly hazardous in steep paddocks where a combination of steep terrain and uneven terrain creates more risk of roll overs.
Fire - high risk in vegetation, buildings. Note location of diesel and petrol tanks, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits.
Heavy machinery operating - particularly trucks and tractors. High risk of collision. Keep left on lanes. Use rotating beacon if fitted.
Other workers at all times. Their actions may put you at high risk in many ways and vice versa. Communicate. Maintain low speeds, keep an eye out and expect other people to be around.
Manual Handling - medium risk of lifting injury. Use two people to lift weights over 25kg, except for calves which are safer to handle on your own due to awkward shape.
Blind corners and rises. High risk. Keep left, keep to speed limit.
Noise hazards - medium risk of hearing loss. Chainsaws, lawn mowers, power tools, tractors without cabs, shearing plant and other equipment exceed the safe level of noise. Hearing protection must be worn if using any loud equipment.
Chemical hazard - high explosive, fire, corrosive and toxic risks. Storage of hazardous substances in chemical shed. If injury occurs from a hazardous substance access the Safety Data Sheet for that chemical for first aid measures and to take to the doctor.
Sheep Dip - low risk of chemical residue such as arsenic, DDT, pyrethroids and others. Avoid human ingestion, particularly children who have more hand-to-mouth activity and may eat soil. Don't eat near the sheep dip and don't excavate the soil. Don't grow food on the soil, or allow egg producing chickens to forage. Dip is spray type so is likely to have lower concentrations. If using sheep dip, follow the safety precautions on the safety data sheet - especially with regards Personal Protective Equipment.
Shearing - high risk of skeletomuscular injury, medium risk of lacerations. Shearers should keep hydrated and take breaks at minimum every two hours for at least thirty minutes. Fast sheep before shearing. Lumbar supports during breaks and back supports on bungy while working can help support the lower back against back issues. Be aware of charging sheep in the pens causing damage to knees. A second person may be needed to assist shearing rams. Don't lift sheep - catch and drag using proper technique (turn head against the shoulder and tip, dragging with front legs). Keep gear sharp and well maintained to reduce chances of lock up.
Loading ramp - risk of overturning vehicles while loading. Ensure carrying truck is capable of carrying the load, and is parked securely against the loading ramp. Secure load in accordance with the heavy vehicle road code.
Animals. Particularly hazardous when handling in cattle yards - high crushing and kicking risk. When working in the yards be aware of slippery and boggy surfaces. Follow Worksafe guidance. Be firm but quiet when working with animals, have an escape route, keep clear of kicking range and expect them to turn on you at any time.
Children may be present at any place on the farm and must ver be alone. If children are found alone then alert the parents immediately, particularly if close to the dam or other water. High risk.
Dam, soft bottom and unfenced - high drowning risk. Children under the age of eight are to be supervised by someone over the age of sixteen when on farm. Workers to keep 1m clear of the waters edge if working alone.
Tractor wheels - store laying flat on a pallet or timber to keep it off the ground but unable to fall on children.
Any heavy objects that may fall on people need to be secured - post drivers, workshop shelves, mole ploughs etc.
Public Roads - the farm has entrances off State Highway 1 and Russell Rd.
Traffic on the road presents a high collision risk. Follow road rules. Keep left and allow faster traffic past. Be aware of faster traffic catching up. Take care when pulling out with tractors as the front end loader protrudes in front.
Electrical hazards - high electrocution risk. Remain 4m clear of overhead wires on driveway and at the shearing shed. Keep front end loaders low.
Enquire with management over location of underground cables before digging. Note: cables may be anywhere within the width of the trench they were laid in. Browse the Network Waitaki site for public cable location and more safety info.
K-Line - feeder lines can be hidden in grass causing a high risk of upsetting two wheelers. Ride slowly in K-Kine paddocks when feeder lines can't be seen.
High pressure water - medium injury risk. K-Line hydrants are prone to popping off. Don't lean over them while they are under pressure. Turn water off before working on high presssure infrastructure.
Particularly steep tracks - use low range and four wheel drive. Grass tracks are not to be used by vehicles other than motorbikes in the wet.
Fire extinguishers - while these are a safety feature they are also highly pressurised gas cylinders. To be handled with care. These will be maintained every five years as per law. Medium risk.
Water troughs - sometimes in the middle of a paddock. Learn the location of each trough. Medium risk. Drive slowly, particularly if it is foggy.
Tape gates - on elastic cord which can cause wire hooks to dig into flesh or eyes if released dangerously. Release carefully.
Fire arms - high shooting risk. Follow seven rules of firearm safety. Only licensed shooters with land owner permission to operate firearms with regards to the close proximity of Oamaru township. Licenses are not required for captive bolts but only trained operators are to use them.
Electric Fences - low electrocution risk. Ensure visitors don't touch fences.
Environmental hazards - weather; sun, rain, snow, visibility, wind, electrical storms. Wear appropriate clothing, use sun block. High risk.
Bale stacks - may be unstable and fall, particularly if they have been stacked too high. Don't climb. Don't work near them unnecessarily.
Burning pit/offal - keep clear of edge of pit. Risk of pathogens from dead animals - stay in tractor when dropping off dead animals and don't dig into the pit without PPE.