On 21 June 2001, the International Labour Conference adopts the Safety and Health in Agriculture Convention (C184) — the first ILO instrument devoted exclusively to occupational risks in agriculture.

The Convention covers protection against machinery, chemicals, work in confined spaces, health of young workers and pregnant women, and labour inspection on agricultural holdings.

Entry into force: 20 September 2003. A protocol and Recommendation R192 accompany the Convention with practical prevention measures.

C184 responds to the fact that agriculture remains one of the most hazardous sectors, with frequent accidents and occupational disease, especially in developing countries.

For labour law, 21 June 2001 marks a global standard specific to agriculture, not only general OSH rules.

The official text is on NORMLEX (ILO C184).

Convention C184 of 21 June 2001 remains the ILO reference for safety and health in agriculture.

Image: agriculture / labour; Wikimedia Commons. Cropped to 16:9.

Source consulted: Safety and Health in Agriculture Convention, 2001. Treaty text: C184 — Safety and Health in Agriculture Convention, 2001 (ILO).