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On Saturday March 26, the Washington County Farm Bureau hosted an annual Safety Meeting and Breakfast. Speakers from Washington Electric, the Barlow Fire Department and Brick Insurance Group covered topics with the hope to help reduce accidents on the farm.

Farming continues to be one of the most dangerous occupations in Ohio. By attending the annual safety meeting local farmers refresh their knowledge on safety measures that will help reduce accidents.

Josh Jump from Washington Electric spoke on electrical safety and what to do when you find a down power line. Josh said, “Stay back from down lines and call us. Electricity is dangerous and down lines should be handled by professionals.”

Emily Salmon from the Barlow Fire Department covered a variety of topics. The Barlow Fire Department brought its grain bin rescue tube and explained how it works.

Kearny Hambrick from Brick Insurance Group finished the safety meeting by sharing the top 10 farm accident insurance claims Nationwide processed in 2021.

Washington County Farm Bureau would like to remind all members and those in the community to think safety. Watch out for everyday hazards, have an emergency plan, don’t work alone if possible, and most of all let your loved ones know where you are going and when to expect you back. No one wakes up planning on an accident affecting their life or livelihood that’s why they are accidents.