Keeping our footpaths safe for walkers
A few of our reports have had people say they were unsure of what they should be doing if they meet cattle on their walks - so Killer Cows has had a look at the latest posts from these Organisations and listed them. We are not saying doing this will keep you safe - we're... Continue Reading →
Please read this article by one of our members, David Clarke, based on his submission to the coroner as an interested party. Here, David explains the statutory duties of the Health and Safety Executive, why it might be failing to protect the public, and what could be done to make footpaths safer. https://killercows.co.uk/health-and-safety-executive-and-cattle-attacks/
Be vigilant. Give cattle a wide birth. Provide notices...
There is often a bad'un in a herd and she is a catalyst for the others.
Being killed by an animal is the second highest cause of death in farming.
Many visitors to our Killer Cows site have suggested the use of electric fencing to keep cattle separated from walkers on a public footpath. One of our commentators, Martin, has taken the time to create a simple diagram to explain how the fencing could be moved during the day to allow cattle access to the whole field,... Continue Reading →
Nearly 50% of farmers report having been attacked by cows during calving.
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