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… Soils are fundamental to farming. It is important to look after them to keep them healthy and productive. The soils chapter and supporting resources will guide you through assessing, managing and monitoring soils on your farm.  … Please contact B+LNZ's resources team at [email protected]  to request printed copies of resources. Soil chapter The chapter resource will guide you through a series of steps to complete this portion of your farm plan. It includes background information on the key concepts along with examples of how to complete any templates. … Soil templates  In this section, you’ll find …

… operator requirements Stockpeople must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace. Vehicles, ATV’s or two wheel motorcycles operators must meet requirements of relevant Safe Work Procedure. Communication Process • If available, cellular or radio communications are to be used to communicate between the front and back of the mob. Equipment Stock warning signs. Means of communication (if available) e.g. radio or cell phone. High visibility …

… Follow this Safe Work Procedure when handling or working in the vicinity of livestock. ‘Livestock’ is defined as either cattle or sheep. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Worker must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by the person in charge of the workplace Children under five must be directly supervised by an adult and are not to enter …

… Worm species … Meet your enemies! Learn about the important worm species of sheep – effects on the animal, seasonal pattern, diagnosis, treatment and prevention strategies. Inside the animal  Sheep worms most often live in the abomasum (4th stomach) and the small intestine. Some worms can exist in …

… when working at heights. “Working at heights” is defined as any height from which a fall could occur. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Worker must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace. What equipment do you need? Boots (or other slip resistant footwear if more appropriate) Equipment selected … including fixing ropes Scaffolding Edge protection Mechanical access plant/equipment General Procedure Check to see if the job can be done without working at height (i.e. use a long-handled tool) If using a portable ladder: Check it first to …

… A remote location is defined as more than 30 minutes’ walk from a means of communication and/or assistance. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Worker must be under direct supervision until assessed as competent by person in charge of the workplace. What equipment do you need? Wear Personal Protective Equipment that is appropriate to the task First aid kit Cell phone or 2-way radio (if communications can be achieved from location of work) What do you …

… Follow this Safe Work Procedure when working in the farm workshop. All workers must follow this procedure and be familiar with the safe use of the equipment in question. … What are the minimum operator requirements? Operator must be under direct supervision until …