Did you know that noise-induced hearing loss can be permanent? The CDC defines noise-induced hearing loss as “hearing loss that can result from damage to structures and/or nerve fibers in the inner ear that respond to sound. This type of hearing loss, termed noise-induced hearing loss, is usually caused by exposure to excessively loud sounds … Read more
Avoid the “love” bugs, don’t kiss the animals! We know love is in the air this month. And while there isn’t really a love bug, viruses, bacteria, funguses, parasites, and other microorganisms can pass from people to animals and vice versa especially through kissing. WHAT ARE ZOONOTIC DISEASES? Zoonotic Diseases, or zoonoses, are infectious diseases … Read more
According to the new John Deere agreement, US farmers will now be able to repair their own tractors and farm equipment. This is great news for farmers who have had to wait days or weeks for an official repair that often undermined their planting and harvesting schedules. However, as more tractor and equipment owners are … Read more
A recent study by Penn State researchers revealed agriculture-related injuries are more numerous than previously known. From 2015-2019, more than 60,000 people were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal, agricultural-related injuries. The journal of AgroMedicine recently published findings that revealed most injuries in agriculture occurred from April through September. The most common injury was fracture, … Read more
According to NIOSH, “the goal of the science of ergonomics is to find the best fit between worker and job conditions.” For those in agriculture, forestry, and fishing (AgFF), work is not often accommodated to fit the needs of the worker. Work is strenuous, laboring, and tiresome. This kind of work environment can lead to … Read more
When it comes to the fall harvest, there is a lot to be done. A sense of urgency can lead to more injuries and incidents. This month’s article includes 6 tips to keep family and workers safe on the farm. Pre-planning for harvest season is especially paramount when it comes to preventing life-altering incidents. Step … Read more
Did you know that hearing loss is permanent? Working in an agriculture, forestry, or fishing can be noisy! Extended exposure to machinery, equipment, and even some animals can lead to hearing loss. Check out the image below to see how loud is too loud Cost-Effective Ways To Prevent Hearing Loss Wear hearing protection and provide it … Read more
Of all agricultural work-related hazards, tractors are involved in the highest number of fatalities with tractor overturns accounting for 130 deaths each year. A very high percentage of these incidents could have been prevented if the operator was wearing a standard seat belt and the tractor was equipped with a roll-bar or Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS). … Read more
Slips, trips, and falls are a leading cause of workplace injuries and many of these incidents can be prevented with proper training, good housekeeping, and a careful eye. Farmers and ranchers have a high risk of slips, trips, and falls due to the various working surfaces in agricultural settings. Working conditions in the southern United … Read more
Although ATVs are used all year round on the farm or ranch, ATV use is especially prevalent in the summer time when youth and adolescents are off from school. Whether ATVs are used for work tasks or recreationally, safety should always be a priority. Youth who reside and work on farms are exposed to potentially … Read more