The Farmers Mart Apr/May 2015 - Issue 39 | Page 10

Farm News

Dr Martens: Helping
Farmers keep both
feet on the ground
»»If farm workers slip, trip or drop
something heavy onto the foot, they could
be out of action which can have a serious
financial impact on the business; so good
health and safety management, including
the correct use of protective clothing and
footwear, is a fundamental requirement.
Dr Martens has developed a wide
range of boots suitable for use by farmers
and workers in the agricultural industry.
In particular, the new waterproof Kestrel
Rigger boot incorporates a range of safety
features, including a safety toe cap, a
puncture resistant and slip resistant sole
and cushioned foot bed, to help keep
farmers feet safe, dry and comfortable
throughout the working day.
To put its boots to the test, Dr Martens
invited Dylan Pinker, herdsman at dairy
business, Pilkington Farm Ltd, to trial a pair
of the Kestrel Rigger boots.

Dylan explains: “Working on a busy
dairy farm means you encounter countless
hazards every day – including handling
unpredictable animals that weigh upwa