Tag: safety
How to prevent sun damaged skin
A sunburn may not seem like a big deal; however, sun damage causes pain, discomfort and it can put you at risk for skin cancer.
Ask FSA Andy about Ohio AgrAbility
Ohio AgrAbility promotes independence for people in agriculture who want to continue to farm after experiencing a disabling condition.
Agriculture’s greatest innovation
Human engineering and agricultural innovation have made farming safer over the years.
How to identify poisonous plants
Poison hemlock is not the only plant that you should be on the lookout for. Jimsonweed, pokeweed and black locust are potentially poisonous to livestock.
Pennsylvania Rural Roads Safety Week is April 16-22
As farmers across Pennsylvania return to the fields to plant crops this spring, representatives are promoting safe driving on rural roads.
How to drive in the snow
To those of you who get nervous in the snow and those of you who already know it all, I have some tips to improve your commute.
Bunker silo and silage pile safety
The first point in silage safety is to recognize that silage avalanches are real and there is no way to predict when and where they will occur.
How to minimize the risks of using a tree stand
20 tips from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Treestand Manufacturer’s Association that will help keep you safe in your tree stand this hunting season.
Preparing for winter and having a fire emergency action plan
Most barn fires are caused by three primary things: mechanical/electrical failures, maintenance deficiencies or misuse of equipment.
How to prepare your wood burner for winter
If you plan to use a wood stove or fireplace this winter, don’t forget to perform regular maintenance this fall to prepare for the cold months ahead. Proper upkeep, good heating practices and having a plan in place for home and chimney fires improves heating efficiency and safety.
