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  • Between 1962 and 2019, 60 percent of grain entrapment cases were fatal (2019 Purdue University Study). For more information, visit thinkgrainsafety.com. {Logo: Nationwide is on your side.]

    Grain Bin Safety Week

    Did you know that between 1960 and 2019, 60% of documented grain entrapment cases were fatal? Initiated by Nationwide in 2014, Grain Bin Safety Week is an annual campaign recurringRead More

  • Webinar: Confined Space: Grain Bin Entry

    Confined Space: Grain Bin Entry Summary: The Confined Space Grain Safety program is intended for workers and managers in agriculture. This includes Coop's, farm operators, employees, and agriculture business owners.Read More

  • NFSHW24: Causes of Oxygen Deficiency, Confined Space, and Toxic Fumes Identified in the OSHA Accident Database

    NFSHW2024

    Summary: This webinar presents an in-depth analysis of records from the OSHA Accident Database, focusing on incidents coded as "Oxygen Deficiency," "Confined Space," and "Toxic Fume" from January 1, 2014, to May 23, 2024. The presentation will identify trends, common causes, and effective preventive measures for these hazardous conditions. Through a detailed examination of theseRead More

  • NFSHW24: Grain Related Entrapments – Are We Focusing on the Right Problem?

    NFSHW2024

    Summary: A review of the literature related to the problem of grain related entrapments and engulfments clearly suggests that the most effective response is to focus on rescuing workers once entrapped. The evidence shows that this approach is both inconsistent with the data and has generated little progress in reducing the frequency and severity ofRead More

  • Webinar: Confined Spaces in Agriculture

    Summary: During this webinar, we will explore the dangers of confined spaces in agriculture, including grain bins and manure pits, and the hazards involved in working with each. Objectives: At theRead More