Farm Safety Week
According to the CDCD, Agriculture ranks among the most hazardous industries. The third week of September has been recognized as National Farm Safety and Health Week. This annual promotion initiated by the National Education Center for Agriculture Safety has been highlighted since 1944. Agricultural workers not only provide the essentials we need, they play central roles in the functioning of our food supply chains.
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Tractor Safety
Tractor accidents are one of the main cause of farming deaths. Losing control of the equipment can result in the operator or bystanders being run over and crushed. Use these tips as reminders on how to prevent injuries on the job.
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Is the Global Food Supply Vulnerable to Cyber Criminals?
The agriculture industry is not typically the first that comes to mind when discussing cyber attacks, but cybercrime is a real threat to today's modern agriculture. "Smart" farm machinery is vulnerable to malicious hackers, leaving local and global supply chains exposed to risk.
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Rollover Safety
The most frequent causes of tractor-related deaths are side and rear overturns. Because of their high center of gravity, tractors are more susceptible to rolling or turning over than vehicles with a low center of gravity, like passenger cars and trucks. Safe operating techniques and awareness of terrain reduce the risk of overturns.
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