August 30, 2023
South Carolina AgrAbility The vision of AgrAbility is to enhance the quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities so that they, their families, and their communities continue to succeed in rural America. AgrAbility consists of the National AgrAbility Project (NAP) and State/Regional AgrAbility Projects (SRAPs). Both the NAP and all the […]
August 30, 2023
Ag Injury News 8/5/2023: Randall Man Dies After Tractor Strikes Propane Tank 8/1/2023: Young Girl Saves Grandfather’s Life Following 4-wheeler Crash in Franklin Parish, Louisiana 7/24/2023: 5-year-old dies after farming accident Monday in Little Britain Township [update] 7/22/2023: Hannibal boy seriously injured after tractor crash 7/20/2023: Yuma farmworker and father of 2 dies amid record […]
August 4, 2023
Questions 1. True or False: If you are bitten by a snake on your hand, you should elevate your hand above your heart. 2. Stinging insects are often found around _________ ________. 3. If you are wearing pants and boots, you should do what? 4. True or False: If a stinging insect is flying around […]
August 4, 2023
Sting and Bite Safety While working outdoors, it is common to come in contact with stinging insects and fire ants. It is important to take the proper precautions before working outside and ensure that you are familiar with the required treatment for insect stings and bites. Protect Your Self Wear light-colored clothing that covers as […]
August 1, 2023
Ag Injury News Report 6/12/2023: Man killed in farm accident 6/8/2023: Man dead in farming incident in Jackson County 6/7/2023: Man dies in accident while working on barn near Fairfax 6/6/2023: Woman dies in tractor vs. pickup crash 6/3/2023: Man dies after ATV accident in Bethel 5/30/2023: Madison County Sheriff’s Office identifies 38-year-old man killed […]