The NSW Government is encouraging farmers to embrace new technologies in order to do work more safely and more efficiently, with new funding announced for drone rebates as part of the 2019-20 NSW Budget.
\nMinister for Better Regulation and Innovation Kevin Anderson said the rebate is part of an extra $2.8 million dollars in funding that will also extend the popular Quad Bike Safety Improvement Program.
\n\u201cOn farm safety is extremely important to the agricultural industry and sadly, something that often gets forgotten,\u201d Mr Anderson said.
\n\u201cWe\u2019re serious about helping farmers make better choices when it comes to on farm safety, which is why this significant funding extension is such a critical investment.
\nMr Anderson said camera-equipped drone technology is helping farmers carry out a range of activities without the risk of injury or death as a result of a quad bike accident.
\n\u201cTragically there have been seven quad bike related fatalities in NSW since 2017, including two children under the age of 16,\u201d Mr Anderson said.
\n\u201cThe good news is we are making a difference with this program \u2013 fatalities and incidents are trending downwards.\u201d
\nSince SafeWork\u2019s Quad Bike Safety Improvement Program was introduced, more than 3,000 farmers have accessed it, and about 250 training events have been held around NSW.
\nThe program offers a rebate of up to $500 to purchase drone technology and two rebates worth up to $1,000 each to replace an existing quad bike, or have it fitted with safety equipment like roll bars, as well as a free helmet and training. Each farming ABN is eligible for up to $2000 in rebates.
\nFarmers can apply for the Quad Bike Safety rebates on the SafeWork website. For more information visit www.safework.nsw.gov.au or call 13 10 50.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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