Local ag community recently trained to help keep workers safe from manure pit accidents
154 farmers, firefighters and other emergency personnel learned critical information about the hazards of working around manure pits.
Read MoreThe Ohio Farm Bureau Federation sets forth guidelines designed to enhance workplace safety for Workers’ Compensation Group Rating Program participants.
Adams, Brown, Clermont, and Highland County Farm Bureau organized an in-person safety training session Feb. 16 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Ag Administration Building, Brown County Fairgrounds, Georgetown, to meet the Workers’ Compensation group rating program safety training requirements outlined by the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.
The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation sets forth guidelines designed to enhance workplace safety for Workers’ Compensation Group Rating Program participants. The comprehensive training Feb. 16 covered general agricultural safety, employee health, and mental health well-being, with speakers including Trevor Corboy from OSU Extension, Deanna Vietze from Brown Co. Board of Mental Health & Addiction Services, and Pam Williams from Brown County Health Dept. Local businesses Atomic Credit Union, First State Bank, Brown County Health Department, and Adams County Regional Medical Center, showcased their services, emphasizing collaboration between the agricultural community and local businesses. Aligning with the annual safety seminar requirements, the event demonstrated a proactive approach to ensuring the well-being of the agricultural workforce.
154 farmers, firefighters and other emergency personnel learned critical information about the hazards of working around manure pits.
Read MoreFarming is a very rewarding occupation, but it can come with hazardous territory if there are not proper training protocols in place.
Read MoreThe comprehensive training Feb. 16 covered general agricultural safety, employee health, and mental health well-being
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Read MoreMeet your Worker’s Comp Group Rating Program requirements by attending this safety meeting.
Read MoreThe Nationwide and the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety’s Manure Pit Safety Simulator will be available for four training sessions for first responders and farmers to help keep ag workers and their families safe.
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Read MoreThe best course of action to avoid an accident is to work to correct potential hazards before they have the chance to lead to injury.
Read MoreTo manage the risks of their business, Orrson Custom Farming follows strict safety protocols, provides ongoing training for crew members and keeps insurance coverage updated.
Read MoreLet’s ensure that every trip on our rural roads is a safe and successful one.
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