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flag Six weeks after a storm, New Zealand warns farmers against unsafe tree cleanup, citing injuries and deaths, urging professional help.

flag Six weeks after a severe storm damaged Southland’s trees, WorkSafe New Zealand warns farmers about deadly risks in cleanup efforts, citing multiple serious injuries including a man who fell four meters and another with a severed tendon. flag With few trained contractors available, many are using unsafe methods like tractor-assisted tree removal and improper chainsaw use, often without training. flag WorkSafe stresses that storm-damaged trees are unpredictable and urges farmers to hire certified professionals, emphasizing safety over self-reliance. flag The agency is enforcing rules and highlighting that agriculture remains one of New Zealand’s deadliest industries, with 14 worker deaths in 2024.

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