Educating Yourself On Farm Safety

Educating Yourself On Farm Safety

National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 21 through the 27, and as an ag radio network we would like to remind farmers and ranchers to make sure their equipment is in good repair, to wear protective clothing when they’re working with and around agricultural chemicals, and to make sure all their workers are up to speed on farm safety protocol. Of course, farm safety should be a number one priority all year long. Remember just as many accidents can happen in the dead of winter caring for livestock, fencing, and farm buildings as they do during peak planting and harvest times. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that over the last few years there has been a decrease in overall farm injuries, but there has been an increase in the number of “non-working” children being injured. Please, be aware of the jobs your child can perform on the farm, and your state’s age requirements for doing certain tasks. For information about programs, training and other resources relating to farm safety be sure to contact your local Coop Extension or Farm Bureau office. Educate yourself and your children on farm safety. 
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