Pesticide Safety Fact Sheet DESCRIPTION This fact sheet aims to provide the reader with valuable information about handling, using, and disposing of pesticides safely. WHY? • To protect people, both yourself and others. • To protect the environment, including, but not limited to, water, plants, and animals. HUMAN HARM Humans can be poisoned or injured […]
Youth Agricultural Safety Fact Sheet DESCRIPTION The objective is to provide basic information regarding the health and safety of youth in and around agricultural operations. FACTS • Children 20 years of age or younger account for 104 deaths annually on farms and ranches. • Two common causes for agriculturally related child fatalities are drowning or […]
Overall Farmer Health Fact Sheet DESCRIPTION The objective is to provide basic information regarding the overall health of farmers and how to get help if needed. OVERVIEW Recently, farmer health has taken a new focus other than day-to-day hazards on the farm. This new focus includes drug abuse and a stern look at mental health […]
Tractor and Rural Roadway Safety Fact Sheet DESCRIPTION The objective is to provide basic tractor and rural roadway safety information, including operating procedures and proper roadway etiquette. OPERATION OF MACHINE • Check for bystanders. • Be familiar with the terrain and work area to identify any debris or obstacles • Keep body within the platform. […]
Hayride Safety Always ensure young children are with an adult. Do not stand or walk around while actively on a hayride. Keep all arms and legs inside the wagon while it is moving. Do not have passengers on the tractor pulling the wagon. Never unload or load onto a hayride while the tractor is still […]
Electrical Safety Electrical Safety Display Answers 1. Breaker is too large for the circuit. 2. Exposed wire at the base of the breaker. 3. GFCI is placed at the end of the circuit, leaving it unprotected. 4. Connecting wires are exposed. 5. Outlet is broken and exposed on the opposite side. 6. Ground is broken. […]
ATV Safety According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2020, ATV deaths totaled 366. Most of these incidents occurred where the victims were not wearing helmets. Before operating an ATV, also known as an All-Terrain Vehicle, a walk around should be conducted. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the equipment. Look for any […]
Gasoline and Diesel Safety Information Both Gasoline and diesel are flammable liquids. Always store at room temperature away from heat sources. Always store gasoline and diesel in approved and labeled containers and keep containers closed tightly to prevent spills. If minor spills happen, absorb with sawdust, paper, or rags. If major spills occur, contain and […]