A video was produced with the assistance and cooperation of a number of cotton

growers and processors. The final version of the OH&S video "Safety at Harvest" was

completed in December 2001.

An initial production run of 600 copies was followed in March 2002 with another 300

copies. Promotion and extension of the video was done by Industry Development and

Departmental Officers in both New South Wales and Queensland using pre-harvest

field days and meetings, the Cotton Trade Show and the 10"' Australian Cotton

Conference. The TRC also played an important role in its promotion and distribution.

The video has proved to be an excellent way for cotton growers and contractors to

clearly demonstrate the dangers and hazards involved in the harvest operation and to

provide training in the correct way to do the job. It was well received by growers and

contractors alike and was used as part of the on-farm pre-harvest OH&S induction

meetings on a number of properties. The video also complements the recently CRDC

funded OH&S module developed for the industry.