Child farm safety being targeted

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A new scheme aimed at keeping children safe on Northern Ireland's farms is being launched.

An activity pack, which contains advice for children, parents and teachers has been distributed to more than 300 rural schools.

It is the latest phase of a campaign to promote safety. Since its launch three years ago, no child has been killed in a farmyard accident.

That compares to 18 deaths in the 10 years previously.

The scheme will involve working with schools and health services, to ensure that children living on, or visiting, farms across Northern Ireland are kept safe at all times.

It has been launched by the Northern Ireland Health and Safety Executive.

Malcolm Downey, from the executive, said there was no room for complacency on the issue.