[{"id":695,"date":"2026-06-05T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=695"},"modified":"2026-06-01T14:31:20","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T14:31:20","slug":"ag-injury-news-report-june-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/06\/05\/ag-injury-news-report-june-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Ag Injury News Report &#8211; June 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aginjurynews.org\/Home\/Index?view=AgInjuryNews.Web.Models.HomeViewModel\">Ag Injury News<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.countryherald.com\/news\/darke-county-oh-police-alert-man-killed-in-skid-loader-crash-on-medford-road\/\">4\/19\/2026<\/a>: Darke County, OH \u2013 Police Alert: Man Killed in Skid Loader Crash on Medford Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.actionnewsjax.com\/news\/local\/motorcyclist-dies-after-crashing-into-back-tractor-i-295-jacksonville\/YXABTKKG55BBBF2Q4SBFYOWTBE\/\">4\/17\/2026<\/a>: Motorcyclist dies after crashing into the back of tractor on I-295 in Jacksonville<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/farmerpublishing.com\/2026\/04\/21\/farm-worker-killed-in-auger-accident\/\">4\/15\/2026<\/a>: Farm worker killed in auger accident<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nowgeorgia.com\/child-driver-overturns-utv-5-year-old-seriously-hurt\/\">4\/13\/2026<\/a>: Child driver overturns UTV, 5-year-old seriously hurt<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/firststateupdate.com\/2026\/04\/man-killed-in-grain-silo-accident-friday\/\">4\/10\/2026<\/a>: Man Killed In Grain Silo Accident Friday<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dayton247now.com\/news\/local\/indiana-man-rescued-from-grain-bin-switzerland-county-cincinnati-rescue-operation-condition-unknown-own-power-trapped-persons-device-weight-farming-equipment-land-agencies-emergency-rapid-repsonse-east-enterprise\">4\/9\/2026<\/a>: Man rescued after becoming trapped in grain bin in Indiana<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yahoo.com\/news\/articles\/king-city-teen-dies-utv-035900372.html\">4\/5\/2026<\/a>: King City teen dies in UTV Crash<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ag Injury News 4\/19\/2026: Darke County, OH \u2013 Police Alert: Man Killed in Skid Loader Crash on Medford Road 4\/17\/2026: Motorcyclist dies after crashing into the back of tractor on I-295 in Jacksonville 4\/15\/2026: Farm worker killed in auger accident 4\/13\/2026: Child driver overturns UTV, 5-year-old seriously hurt 4\/10\/2026: Man Killed In Grain Silo Accident [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75015],"tags":[78500],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-695","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-ag-injury-news-report","tag-june-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/695","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=695"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/695\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=695"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=695"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=695"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=695"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":694,"date":"2026-06-05T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=694"},"modified":"2026-06-01T14:07:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T14:07:15","slug":"hot-weather-safety-quiz-june-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/06\/05\/hot-weather-safety-quiz-june-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Hot Weather Safety Quiz &#8211; June 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How often should you drink water during extreme heat?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If someone is showing signs of a heat illness, what is the first thing you should do?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What type of clothing should you wear when working in hot temperatures?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True or False: If you suspect that someone is experiencing heat stroke, you should immediately seek medical attention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True or False: You should plan to do strenuous tasks during the cooler morning hours.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Every 15 to 20 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move them to a cool, shaded area<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lightweight, light colored clothing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Questions Answers<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75258],"tags":[78500],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-694","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-safety-information","tag-june-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/694","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=694"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/694\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=694"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=694"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=694"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=694"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":692,"date":"2026-06-05T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=692"},"modified":"2026-06-01T14:01:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T14:01:15","slug":"hot-weather-safety-june-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/06\/05\/hot-weather-safety-june-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Hot Weather Safety &#8211; June 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><strong>Hot Weather Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Working in the hot weather is inevitable in the agricultural industry, but there are lots of steps and precautions that you can follow to help keep yourself and those working with you safe during the warmer months in South Carolina. Remember to always take breaks in the shade or air-conditioned places, and always bring adequate amounts of water with you when working in the heat.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"386\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-01-093711.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-693\" style=\"width:576px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-01-093711.png 386w, https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-01-093711-300x199.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 386px) 100vw, 386px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Common Heat Related Illnesses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat cramps\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Painful muscle cramps caused by excessive sweating and loss of electrolytes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat exhaustion\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Symptoms may include:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heavy sweating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dizziness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weakness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Headache<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nausea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rapid pulse<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat stroke\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Symptoms may include:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Confusion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of consciousness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot, dry skin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High body temperature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Call for medical assistance immediately if you suspect you or someone is experiencing heat stroke!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hydration &#8211; Your Best Friend During Hot Weather<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drink water frequently, even if you do not feel thirsty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid large amounts of caffeine and sugary drinks, as these will make you more dehydrated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take hydration breaks throughout the day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan to bring extra water during strenuous work. You will be more likely to drink water if it is easily accessible. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rule of Thumb: Drink water every 15 to 20 minutes during extreme heat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dress for the Heat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wear lightweight, light colored clothing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear moisture-wicking fabrics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wide-brim hats and caps can help protect your face and ears from the sun.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always wear sunscreen on areas of your skin that are exposed to the sun. Don&#8217;t forget your ears!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best Work Practices for the Heat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Schedule strenuous tasks during the cooler morning hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take regular breaks in shaded or cooled areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always use the buddy system when working in more remote areas. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always monitor weather conditions and heat index levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pace yourself and avoid overexertion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Heat Safety Around Livestock<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hot weather also impacts animals\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure livestock have constant access to clean water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure to provide adequate shade and ventilation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor livestock for signs of heat stress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid transporting animals during peak heat hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Equipment and Machinery Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat can affect both machinery and the operator.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check engine temperatures regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store fuel safely away from direct heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be cautious of hot metal surfaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fatigue from heat can increase accident risks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What Should You Do in a Heat Emergency?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If someone shows signs of a heat illness:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Move them to a cool, shaded area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide cool water if they are conscious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loosen any tight clothing on them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply cool towels or ice packs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seek medical attention immediately if symptoms worsen. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hot Weather Safety Working in the hot weather is inevitable in the agricultural industry, but there are lots of steps and precautions that you can follow to help keep yourself and those working with you safe during the warmer months in South Carolina. Remember to always take breaks in the shade or air-conditioned places, and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75258],"tags":[78500],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-692","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-safety-information","tag-june-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/692","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=692"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/692\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=692"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=692"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=692"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=692"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":689,"date":"2026-05-05T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=689"},"modified":"2026-04-21T20:01:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T20:01:37","slug":"atv-and-utv-safety-may-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/05\/05\/atv-and-utv-safety-may-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"ATV and UTV Safety &#8211; May 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:800\">ATV and UTV Safety<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Safe ATV and UTV operation on the farm is essential to ensure that you and others are not injured while working. Always make sure you wear the proper protective equipment, follow safe riding practices, and assess the terrain before riding over it. Always remember that ATVs and UTVs are equipment, not toys, when used on agricultural operations.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/04\/istockphoto-176102942-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/04\/istockphoto-176102942-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/04\/istockphoto-176102942-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Causes of Accidents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Driving too fast for the terrain conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carrying passengers on single-rider ATVs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating without proper training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uneven ground, slopes, and hidden obstacles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not wearing protective gear<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wear the Right Protective Gear<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Always wear:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Helmet (DOT-approved)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long sleeves and long pants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over-the-ankle boots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eye protection (goggles or face shield)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Even short rides can lead to serious injuries; gear up every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe Riding Practices<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ride only vehicles designed for your age and size<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One rider per ATV (unless designed for passengers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep both hands on the handlebars and feet on the footrests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ride at safe speeds and adjust for terrain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid paved roads whenever possible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ATV vs. UTV: Know the Difference<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ATVs (4-wheelers): Straddle seating, handlebars, typically single rider<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UTVs (side-by-sides): Bench or bucket seats, steering wheel, seatbelts, and rollover protection (ROPS)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use seatbelts in UTVs and keep arms\/legs inside the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Navigating Terrain Safely<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Slopes: Travel straight up or down\u2014avoid riding across steep hills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rough Ground: Watch for rocks, holes, and debris<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wet Conditions: Reduce speed to prevent slipping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loads: Secure cargo and never exceed weight limits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Before You Ride: Safety Check<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check tire pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test brakes and throttle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure lights are working<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for leaks or damage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm fuel levels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Avoid<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Riding under the influence of drugs or alcohol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allowing untrained or underage riders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Performing stunts or risky maneuvers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ignoring manufacturer guidelines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emergency Preparedness<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carry a first aid kit and a communication device<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let someone know your route and expected return time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In case of an accident:\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stay calm and assess injuries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Call for help immediately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not move seriously injured individuals unless necessary<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Students &amp; Young Operators<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always ride under supervision if inexperienced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take an approved ATV safety course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand the risks before operating equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speak up if something feels unsafe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ATV and UTV Safety Safe ATV and UTV operation on the farm is essential to ensure that you and others are not injured while working. Always make sure you wear the proper protective equipment, follow safe riding practices, and assess the terrain before riding over it. Always remember that ATVs and UTVs are equipment, not [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75258],"tags":[78499],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-689","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-safety-information","tag-may-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/689","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=689"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/689\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=689"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=689"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=689"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=689"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":687,"date":"2026-04-06T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=687"},"modified":"2026-04-21T19:44:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T19:44:36","slug":"pesticide-safety-quiz-april-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/04\/06\/pesticide-safety-quiz-april-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Pesticide Safety Quiz &#8211; April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When is the best time to apply pesticides to protect pollinators like bees?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You accidentally spill pesticide on your arm while mixing chemicals. What is the first thing you should do?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are two types of personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be worn when handling pesticides?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True or False: It is safe to apply pesticides on a windy day as long as you wear gloves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True or False: Before using a pesticide, you should always read the label to determine\u00a0proper use, safety precautions, and application rates.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Answers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Midday, when pollinators are least active<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove any contaminated clothing and rinse the affected area with clean water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long-sleeve shirt and long pants, Chemical-resistant gloves, Safety goggles or face shield, Respirator (if required by label), Rubber boots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>False<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Questions Answers<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75258],"tags":[78498],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-687","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-safety-information","tag-april-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/687","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=687"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/687\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=687"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=687"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=687"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=687"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":685,"date":"2026-04-06T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=685"},"modified":"2026-04-21T19:44:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T19:44:32","slug":"pesticide-safety-april-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/04\/06\/pesticide-safety-april-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Pesticide Safety &#8211; April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-x-large-font-size\"><strong>Pesticide Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pesticides play an important role in modern agriculture by helping control weeds, insects, and diseases. However, improper handling can pose serious risks to human health, livestock, crops, and the environment. Practicing safe pesticide use protects applicators, consumers, and natural resources. Ensure you have the proper training before ever handling any pesticide.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/03\/istockphoto-970860020-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/03\/istockphoto-970860020-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/03\/istockphoto-970860020-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Risks of Pesticide Exposure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Skin and eye irritation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respiratory problems from inhalation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long-term health effects from repeated exposure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contamination of water sources and soil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Harm to beneficial insects like pollinators<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always wear the proper PPE when mixing, loading, or applying pesticides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Long-sleeve shirt and long pants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chemical-resistant gloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety goggles or a face shield<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respirator (if required by label)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rubber boots<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Remember:<\/strong> The pesticide label is the law\u2014follow PPE requirements exactly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read the Label First!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every pesticide label provides critical information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Proper application rates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Target pests and approved crops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety precautions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First aid instructions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Re-entry intervals (REI)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Never use a pesticide in a way that is inconsistent with its label.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safe Application Practices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid spraying on windy days to reduce drift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep a safe distance from people, animals, and water sources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calibrate equipment to ensure accurate application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never eat, drink, or smoke while handling pesticides<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">After Application Safety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wash your hands and exposed skin immediately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change and launder clothing separately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store pesticides in original containers only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep chemicals locked away from children and unauthorized users<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting Pollinators &amp; the Environment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply pesticides early morning or late evening when pollinators are less active<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid spraying flowering plants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevent runoff into streams, ponds, and wells<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use integrated pest management (IPM) strategies when possible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emergency Preparedness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of exposure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remove contaminated clothing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rinse the affected area with clean water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow first aid instructions on the label<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seek medical attention if symptoms persist<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep emergency numbers and poison control contacts readily available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Practices for Students &amp; Workers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always receive proper training before handling pesticides<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never mix chemicals without supervision (for students)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report spills or unsafe conditions immediately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay informed on updated regulations and safety procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pesticide Safety Pesticides play an important role in modern agriculture by helping control weeds, insects, and diseases. However, improper handling can pose serious risks to human health, livestock, crops, and the environment. Practicing safe pesticide use protects applicators, consumers, and natural resources. Ensure you have the proper training before ever handling any pesticide. Common Risks [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75258],"tags":[78498],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-685","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-safety-information","tag-april-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/685","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=685"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/685\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=685"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=685"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=685"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=685"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":684,"date":"2026-04-06T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=684"},"modified":"2026-04-21T19:44:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T19:44:27","slug":"ag-injury-news-report-april-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/04\/06\/ag-injury-news-report-april-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Ag Injury News Report &#8211; April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aginjurynews.org\/home\/index\"><strong>Ag Injury News<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ktiv.com\/2026\/02\/05\/authorities-sent-rescue-situation-nw-iowa-grain-bin\/\">2\/5\/2026<\/a>: 83-year-old man dies after being trapped in a NW Iowa grain bin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkfreenews.com\/2026\/01\/30\/update-man-flown-to-warsaw-hospital-after-tractor-hit-by-train\/\">1\/29\/2026<\/a>: UPDATE: Man Flown To Warsaw Hospital After Tractor Hit By Train<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.starvedrock.media\/wlpo\/one-person-rescued-while-another-passes-away-after-becoming-trapped-inside-grain-bin\/article_34788e64-5d35-45de-95b9-3607dd483487.html\">1\/26\/2026<\/a>: One Person Rescued While Another Passes Away After Becoming Trapped Inside Grain Bin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbsnews.com\/sacramento\/news\/tractor-driver-in-orangevale-killed-in-rollover-crash\/\">1\/26\/2026<\/a>: Tractor driver in Orangevale killed in rollover crash<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stjosephpost.com\/posts\/00d90714-aba9-43cd-8788-dfc88edb1f83\">1\/25\/2026<\/a>: Mo. man hospitalized after semi rear-ends a farm tractor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/jcpost.com\/posts\/1bfbd1bb-9a18-4878-ae78-d669e55b758f\">1\/20\/2026<\/a>: 5-year-old drowns after falling through ice on a pond<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kwch.com\/2026\/01\/17\/78-year-old-dies-after-tractor-overturns-lyon-county\/\">1\/16\/2026<\/a>: 78-year-old dies after tractor overturns in Lyon County<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ag Injury News 2\/5\/2026: 83-year-old man dies after being trapped in a NW Iowa grain bin 1\/29\/2026: UPDATE: Man Flown To Warsaw Hospital After Tractor Hit By Train 1\/26\/2026: One Person Rescued While Another Passes Away After Becoming Trapped Inside Grain Bin 1\/26\/2026: Tractor driver in Orangevale killed in rollover crash 1\/25\/2026: Mo. man hospitalized [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75015],"tags":[78498],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-684","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-ag-injury-news-report","tag-april-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/684","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=684"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/684\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=684"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=684"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=684"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=684"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":680,"date":"2026-03-05T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=680"},"modified":"2026-04-21T19:44:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T19:44:41","slug":"machinery-safety-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/03\/05\/machinery-safety-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Machinery Safety &#8211; March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Machinery Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agricultural machinery is powerful, efficient, and essential to all agricultural operations; however, it can be extremely dangerous when not used properly. Equipment such as tractors, PTO-driven implements, ATVs\/UTVs, and other shop tools can cause serious injury and even death if safety procedures are not followed. Review all safety procedures annually to help limit injury risks.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/03\/istockphoto-172378731-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/03\/istockphoto-172378731-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/files\/2026\/03\/istockphoto-172378731-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Tractor Safety Tips<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tractors remain the leading cause of agricultural-related incidents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Key Safety Reminders:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always wear a seatbelt when operating a tractor that is equipped with ROPS\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you have your ROPS folded down, or your tractor does not have ROPS, never wear your seatbelt!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never have extra riders if you do not have a buddy seat. One seat means one operator!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always reduce your speed when you make a turn or are traveling on a slope.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always keep safety shields and guards in place. These are installed to keep you and others away from dangerous components on your tractor. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before exiting your tractor, always shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving components to stop. While this may take extra time, it can limit your chances of being injured. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PTO Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PTO shafts can rotate at 540 RPMs, which is roughly 9 rotations per second. Entanglements can happen in an instant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prevent PTO Injuries:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Never step over a rotating PTO shaft. Always keep a safe distance from spinning PTO shafts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always keep PTO shields in place. These shields are there to prevent entanglements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tie back long hair and avoid loose clothing when working around PTOs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always disengage the PTO and shut off the equipment before hitching, unhitching, or servicing the equipment. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ATV\/UTV Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ATVs and UTVs are common in agricultural operations and require proper training before use. While these are often viewed as &#8220;toys,&#8221; they still pose the risk for serious injury or death. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wear a DOT-approved helmet when operating an ATV.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No extra riders unless the machine is designed for passengers. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always operate at a safe speed for your conditions. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid paved roads unless absolutely necessary. ATVs\/UTVs are not designed for road travel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Grain and Harvest Equipment Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Large harvest equipment often has multiple blind spots and various pinch points. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are ever approaching harvest equipment or any other equipment, make eye contact with the operator first. This ensures that the operator can see you and is aware that you are approaching the equipment. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never enter a grain bin or any other bulk storage area without following proper safety procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be mindful of augers and conveyors. These move at rapid speeds, and entanglement can happen very quickly. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always lockout\/tagout equipment before servicing. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Shop Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always remember that safety is everyone&#8217;s responsibility!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always wear the necessary PPE. Safety glasses should always be worn when working in the shop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep work areas clean and organized. This can prevent trips and other incidents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always inspect your tools before using. If a tool is damaged, report the damage and replace it immediately. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure you have proper ventilation before welding or working with chemicals. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Machinery Safety Agricultural machinery is powerful, efficient, and essential to all agricultural operations; however, it can be extremely dangerous when not used properly. Equipment such as tractors, PTO-driven implements, ATVs\/UTVs, and other shop tools can cause serious injury and even death if safety procedures are not followed. Review all safety procedures annually to help limit [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75258],"tags":[78497],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-680","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-safety-information","tag-march-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/680","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=680"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/680\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=680"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=680"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=680"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=680"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":679,"date":"2026-03-05T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=679"},"modified":"2026-04-21T19:44:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T19:44:39","slug":"ag-injury-news-report-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/03\/05\/ag-injury-news-report-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Ag Injury News Report &#8211; March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aginjurynews.org\/home\/index\">Ag Injury News Report<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.erienewsnow.com\/news\/local\/pennsylvania-state-police-investigating-fatal-accident\/article_ed23ff50-ee83-4786-98a4-be5360412d87.html\">1\/24\/2026<\/a>: Pennsylvania State Police Investigating Fatal Accident<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdhn.com\/news\/alabama-man-killed-in-tractor-crash\/\">1\/21\/2026<\/a>: Alabama man killed in tractor crash<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.680kfeq.com\/2026\/01\/15\/mo-woman-5-year-old-injured-after-suv-rear-ends-a-farm-tractor\/\">1\/15\/2026<\/a>: Mo. woman, 5-year-old injured after SUV rear-ends a farm tractor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kfyrtv.com\/2026\/01\/16\/man-identified-fatal-grain-bin-accident-devils-lake\/?outputType=amp\">1\/14\/2026<\/a>: Man identified in fatal grain bin accident in Devils Lake<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wyff4.com\/article\/deadly-farm-accident-involving-skid-steer\/70001906\">1\/13\/2026<\/a>: Man dies after skid steer incident at Elberton farm, coroner says<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/civicmedia.us\/news\/2026\/01\/12\/logger-injured-in-vernon-county-hard-hat-likely-reduced-the-extent-of-injury\">1\/7\/2026<\/a>: Logger injured after tree hits him in the head<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/local21news.com\/news\/nation-world\/former-cincinnati-bengals-player-jordan-shipley-critically-injured-suffers-suffering-burns-burned-ranch-accident-texas-longhorns-stable-condition-jacksonville-jaguars-tampa-bay-buccaneers\">1\/6\/2026<\/a>: Former Bengals player critically injured after suffering burns in ranch accident<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ag Injury News Report 1\/24\/2026: Pennsylvania State Police Investigating Fatal Accident 1\/21\/2026: Alabama man killed in tractor crash 1\/15\/2026: Mo. woman, 5-year-old injured after SUV rear-ends a farm tractor 1\/14\/2026: Man identified in fatal grain bin accident in Devils Lake 1\/13\/2026: Man dies after skid steer incident at Elberton farm, coroner says 1\/7\/2026: Logger injured [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75015],"tags":[78497],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-679","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-ag-injury-news-report","tag-march-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/679","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=679"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/679\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=679"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=679"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=679"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=679"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":682,"date":"2026-03-05T03:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T03:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/?p=682"},"modified":"2026-04-21T19:44:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T19:44:45","slug":"machinery-safety-quiz-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/2026\/03\/05\/machinery-safety-quiz-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Machinery Safety Quiz &#8211; March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the leading cause of agricultural-related incidents?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How fast can a PTO shaft rotate?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before approaching equipment that is being operated, what should you do to the operator?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True or False: ATVs and UTVs are not designed for road travel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True or False: It is okay to let others ride on the fenders of a tractor.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tractors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>540 RPMs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always make eye contact with the operator before approaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>True<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>False<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Questions Answers<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3933,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75258],"tags":[78497],"coauthors":[78482],"class_list":["post-682","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-safety-information","tag-march-2026"],"fimg_url":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/682","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3933"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=682"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/682\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=682"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=682"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=682"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.clemson.edu\/agsafety\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=682"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}]