More Grain Dust Explosions Reported Nationwide in 2017
March 12, 2018
There were seven reported grain dust explosions at U.S. food and agricultural facilities in 2017.
Safety
How to Prevent Unnecessary Exposure
March 5, 2018
Insecticide applications occur year-round to manage insect pests that would otherwise reduce crop yields, damage stored grain, or infest houses and other structures.
Diminishing Personal Injury on Dairy Farms
December 5, 2017
Within the dairy industry there is a high percentage of contact time between animals and human beings on a daily basis.
Putting Manure Handling Safety Into Practice
October 30, 2017
As agricultural livestock producers, we should know the dangers of manure pit gases.
Keeping Your Equipment and Fields Fire Safe at Harvest
October 27, 2017
While getting the crop in is your first priority, don’t make safety your second.
Understanding Manure Storage System Safety Risks
October 24, 2017
Many producers know and understand the risk associated with confined manure handling systems but accidents and deaths still occur because unwarranted risks are taken as manure is being handled and removed from the confined manure handling systems.
Respectfully Share the Road During Fall Harvest
October 4, 2017
Speed and reaction time are two major factors in safely navigating country roads during fall.
Fall Means Farm Equipment on Roads
September 27, 2017
Tips for motorists and farmers sharing the road safely.
Follow Fire Prevention and Management Tips During Harvest
September 25, 2017
If dry field conditions persist, the potential for combine and field fires this fall could be a problem.
Preventing an Unwanted Baler Fire
August 16, 2017
We need to be cognizant always of the potential for fires to start while baling hay or straw and take measures to minimize the potential of a fire occurring.