Gallagher eShepherd - Important Information

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Important Information
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• WARNING - The eShepherd system is not to be used by anyone (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities and/or persons with a lack of relevant experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
adequate instruction or are appropriately supervised.
• WARNING - Do not connect to mains-operated equipment.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the eShepherd system.
• WARNING - Do not use eShepherd to create a boundary fence or to fence animals off from a roadway or other areas that
contain moving vehicles. Always use physical fences at boundaries to roadways (and other areas that contain moving
vehicles) and neighbouring property.
• WARNING - Risk of electric shock! When neckbands are handled, avoid touching or making physical contact with the
electrodes (chains) – it is recommended to hold the neckband by the plastic housing or the top strap.
• Check with your local council and/or regulatory body for any regulations applying to use of virtual fencing systems.
• Neckbands should only be opened or repaired by a Gallagher Authorised Service Centre.
• Neckbands should only be used with animals that are greater than 200kg / 440 lbs in weight.
• The neckband contains batteries that are not replaceable. Do not attempt to open the neckband.
• Improper fitment can lead to injuries to the fitter. Refer to Neckband Fitment p. 9. Do not attempt to fit a neckband to
an animal if you are not confident and have the necessary experience working with cattle.
• Improper fitment can lead to injuries to an animal and/or improper functioning of the eShepherd system resulting in poor
pulse stimulus delivery. Neckbands that are fitted too tightly can lead to pressure necrosis. If neckbands are fitted too
loosely, there is an increased risk that the neckband may fall off or lead to injury to the animal.
• Neckbands track cattle movements, but they DO NOT replace direct visual inspection and good animal husbandry or stock
management.
• When neckbands are not in use, virtual paddocks that are associated with the neckband should be removed and the
neckband should be placed into hibernation. This will preserve the internal battery and ensure that the neckband is unable
to deliver a pulse when being handled.
• A neckband should not have an active virtual paddock at the time of fitment or removal.
• Do not fit neckbands on lame or injured animals without first seeking professional assessment from a vet.
• We recommend inspecting cattle at least every 30 days to ensure that there are no lesions or sores and to adjust the
neckband such that it does not become too tight or too loose as an animal’s weight changes.
• The eShepherd system does not provide information on the following:
a. The extent of feed or water that is available in a virtual paddock.
b. Whether animals have become caught on physical fences or other hazards.
c. If the neckband is becoming too tight causing skin damage or too loose due to animal growth or change
in body condition.
• Regularly inspect neckband housing and Base Stations for any damage. If damaged in any way, immediately cease use
and contact your Gallagher Authorised Service Centre for repair in order to avoid a hazard.
• WARNING - Do not attempt to fit or remove a neckband unless you are trained and experienced in cattle yard operations
and have the animal restrained in a fully operational cattle crush.
• Remove any obstructions around the crush that may result in pressure and crush injuries to personnel or the animal.
• Fitment of the neckbands to animals can create unpredictable behaviour. Ensure that there is a suitable fence or barrier
between personnel fitting neckbands and the animals.
• Always ensure that a first aid kit is close at hand.
• Always refer to the relevant safe work procedures in your state or territory for farming, and cattle handling and movement.
• Do not fit neckbands to animals that are highly agitated. Neckband fitment will be safer if cattle are in a calm state.
We recommend allowing plenty of time for fitment and that the fitment process is not rushed.
Working with Cattle
Please read all the instructions before using the eShepherd system. Save these Instructions.