A new report shows quad bike deaths while working on farms are beginning to decrease. 

Work related quad bike deaths peaked in 2016-17, and dropped slightly last year. 

Researchers from Ag Health Australia say safety standards rolled out in 2021 is the key factor behind the reduction.

Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Report Author Professor Tony Lower about the findings. 

A new report shows quad bike deaths while working on farms are beginning to decrease.&nbsp;
Work related quad bike deaths peaked in 2016-17, and dropped slightly last year.&nbsp;
Researchers from Ag Health Australia say safety standards rolled out in 2021 is the key factor behind the reduction.
Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Report Author Professor Tony Lower about the findings.&nbsp;

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The Rural News is market leader, dealing exclusively with stories of interest to the farming sector and has the support of Australia&rsquo;s largest media business and international correspondents.