Think “Safety First” This Season
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health, agriculture ranks among the most hazardous industries. Farmers are at very high risk for fatal and non-fatal injuries, and farming is one of the few industries in which family members (who often share the work and live on the premises) are also at risk for injury and death.
With the hectic pace farms experience during the growing season, you may be looking for easily shared information to keep your workers safe. The UW-Madison Extension Farm Management Topic Hub has free, research-based articles that can help. Transform your marsh’s safety culture with these key resources for your team:
Effective Farm Safety Training Starts with a Purpose
A culture of ‘farm safety’ starts with a well-written policy
Safe handling of agricultural chemicals
There’s Opportunity in Those “Close Calls” – Encourage near miss reporting on your farm
Consider safety before you purchase a used tractor or farm machine
