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15/11/2011
Farmer Dies In Slurry Tank Accident
The dangers of working on the farm are again in focus today after a fresh tragedy has left a Co Londonderry farmer dead.
The Ulster Unionist MLA Sandra Overend, has expressed her heartfelt sympathies to the victim's family and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has warned people to take extra precautions with slurry tanks following the death of the farmer.
An HSE spokesman said all openings into slurry tanks should be properly guarded.
"They should look to use safety slats when mixing in slurry tanks," he said.
"I would also draw attention to the dangers of gasses associated with mixing of slurry in the tanks," he said after it emerged yesterday that the official agency is investigating the man's death on a farm in Maghera.
Ms Overend, the MLA commented: "I am deeply saddened to hear of the news of untimely and tragic accident that took the life of Glenny Hyndman.
"My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. I have known Glenny for a number of years to be a loving husband, father and grandfather.
"He always had a smile and some friendly words to share. He was well known and respected in the local community and this loss will be sorely felt.
"I have much admiration for farmers right across the country who are dedicated to their profession, come rain, hail or shine.
"It is all too easy to forget just how dangerous a profession farming actually is and it is sad that farm accidents have increased in number this year," she said.
(BMcC/GK)
The Ulster Unionist MLA Sandra Overend, has expressed her heartfelt sympathies to the victim's family and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has warned people to take extra precautions with slurry tanks following the death of the farmer.
An HSE spokesman said all openings into slurry tanks should be properly guarded.
"They should look to use safety slats when mixing in slurry tanks," he said.
"I would also draw attention to the dangers of gasses associated with mixing of slurry in the tanks," he said after it emerged yesterday that the official agency is investigating the man's death on a farm in Maghera.
Ms Overend, the MLA commented: "I am deeply saddened to hear of the news of untimely and tragic accident that took the life of Glenny Hyndman.
"My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. I have known Glenny for a number of years to be a loving husband, father and grandfather.
"He always had a smile and some friendly words to share. He was well known and respected in the local community and this loss will be sorely felt.
"I have much admiration for farmers right across the country who are dedicated to their profession, come rain, hail or shine.
"It is all too easy to forget just how dangerous a profession farming actually is and it is sad that farm accidents have increased in number this year," she said.
(BMcC/GK)
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