Farmer fined after friends had to climb tree to escape cow attack.
A woman and her friend had to climb up a tree to escape an attack by more than a dozen cows on a public right of way in North Yorkshire.
Janicke Tvedt and David Hood had set out on a popular circular walk from Masham with pet Labrador Goose, who was on his lead, on 25 July 2021. Part of their walk took them across the fields and public rights of way near Shaws Farm. Later, they were attacked by the cows, and Janicke Tvedt suffered broken ribs, hoof marks on her chest and legs, a broken thumb, and life-changing severe internal injuries that required emergency surgery.The farmer responsible has been prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) as a result
Health and Safety Executive HSE UK Investigation Report from the Cow attack:
An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found that livestock were being kept in a field with a public right of way across it, and insufficient measures were taken to protect members of the public from cattle and calves—a sign warning the public that the cattle had been destroyed and not replaced.
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Fines from the Cow attack Prosecution:
Martin Falshaw of Falshaw Partners, Shaws Farm, Swinton, Ripon, North Yorkshire, pleaded guilty to breaching Section 3 (2) of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. He was fined £770.50 and ordered to pay £4,539 in costs.
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Onyeka Emma is a QHSE Professional with more than 10 years of experience in occupational health and safety, which spans many industries such as construction, beverage, oil and gas, etc. He has many health and safety certifications, including NEBOSH IGC, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 Lead auditor certificate. A member of IOSH, ISPON, and Nigeria Red Cross Society. He is interested in business, entrepreneurship, Speaking, and motivating people to do better for themselves. He enjoys leisure with a good motivational book.
