Why is slurry so dangerous?

Why is slurry so dangerous?

Author: Teagasc.ie May 20, 2024 Duration: 29:58

Farmers in Northern Ireland  were lucky to escape with their lives in April, when they were involved in a slurry gas incident and now is the time to think, plan and act to avoid these potential tragedies on our farms.

 

Dr. John McNamara and Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health and Safety specialists join us on the latest Environment Edge podcast to discuss slurry tragedies and near misses.

 

For more episodes and information from the Environment Edge, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/environmentedge/


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