Tag: farm safety
Harvest season roadway safety tips
Farmers are reminded of roadway safety tips as harvest season approaches.
Grain bin and silo safety tips for National Farm Safety and...
Ohio State and Penn State agriculture experts discuss grain bin and silo safety tips to avoid entrapment and hazardous gases.
ATV and chainsaw safety webinars scheduled
Two webinars on equipment and rural roadway safety will be held Sept. 18 during National Farm Safety and Health Week.
Injuries, fatalities from agricultural confined space incidents increased last year: report
Last year saw a roughly 40 percent increase in the number of reported cases involving agricultural confined spaces.
Dust explosion incidents increased, but no fatalities
The annual summary recording nationwide grain dust bin explosions reported nine incidents in 2022.
Are you prepared for disaster on your farm?
There are realistic and scary disasters that can affect your farm or family. Make sure you're preapred.
Tips to ensure a safe fall harvest
Fall harvest can approach quickly and with a sense of urgency. However, it’s essential to keep safety in mind to prevent injuries and accidents.
Columbiana County families learn about farm safety
To help families and children learn more about safety on the farm, Columbiana County Farm Bureau, with Ohio State Extension and other groups, held a Kids’ Safety Day May 7, at the Columbiana County Fairgrounds, in Lisbon.
Think about manure pit safety during fall nutrient application
It is time to remind operators and applicators about the importance of following safety precautions when working around manure storage facilities.
Safety is the key when making corn silage
Harvesting corn silage can be dangerous. Please take a few minutes to review safety precautions and harvest recommendations.
