AgriSafe Network

Hazard Communications Standards
2020-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
This Hazard Communication Standard training program is intended for female workers and managers in the agricultural industry. This includes dairy farms and small farms that hire at-risk populations. The major focus of the program is on the identification of and the safe usage of chemicals and pesticides, along with respiratory protection.
At the conclusion of the training, participants will be able to:

Describe the purpose of OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
Explain the basic requirements of the Hazard Communication Standard
Differentiate between physical and health hazards of agricultural chemicals
Recall the requirements of a written hazard communication program
List the components of a hazard communication training program
Interpret the information contained in Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Describe the requirements and purpose of hazard warning labels.

Intended Audience:
Supervisor or Managers: This training is intended primarily for health and safety professionals including but not limited to owner/operators, safety officers or specialists, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, health safety and environmental interns and any person or persons who serve as safety personnel in an agricultural setting.
Producers: This training is intended primarily for agricultural producers including but not limited to farmers, ranchers, and any person or persons involved in some combination of raising field crops, orchards, vineyards, horticulture, or other livestock.
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Respiratory Fit Testing in Agricultural Communities
2020-06-24 12:00 - 13:00
Summary
Respiratory PPE fit testing helps assure the best protection against dangerous airborne particles. Agricultural workers face a myriad of challenges in obtaining a proper fit test and who can provide this service. Additionally, there are gray areas of misunderstanding about the fit testing mandates in certain agricultural populations.
Intended Audience: Agricultural workers, including women in agriculture; managers and owners of agricultural businesses; educational and healthcare organizations serving an agricultural population.
Objectives
Upon completion of this webinar, participants in this webinar will:

understand the difference between a respirator fit test and a fit check (seal check) procedure
determine who should be fit tested for respiratory personal protective equipment (PPE)
know who can perform a fit test what tools are necessary for a fit test procedure
locate current reliable resources that provide information on respiratory fit testing

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Farm and Ranch Health Threats After a Flood
2020-09-01 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Disaster recovery can be as dangerous as the disaster itself, especially if no disaster preparedness plan was implemented. This is especially true on farms and ranches where inherent farm hazards such as machinery and equipment, livestock, and agriculture chemicals are displaced and co-mingle, putting all emergency response personnel, farm workers and family members in danger. Floods can heighten the risk of health threats such as mold, tetanus bacteria, contaminated well water, heat illness and high stress. This presentation will highlight basic precautions to prevent possible diseases and injuries during and after flooding.
Objectives: At the end of the presentation, attendees will be able to:

Identify common human health risks faced during a farm flood.
Discuss prevention tips and injury prevention for common human health risks.
Identify special considerations for working with livestock during a weather event.
Discuss steps involved in developing a disaster preparedness plan and how to safety active a response.
Discuss appropriate respiratory personal protective equipment needed during flood recovery.
Identify warning signs for behavioral and mental health during and after recovery.

Intended Audience: All individuals living/working on farms and ranches affected by flooding.

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Veteran Farmers: Reducing Noise Exposure & Protecting Your Health
2020-09-10 12:00 - 13:00
Ag producers experience frequent exposure to high noise and have among the highest prevalence rates of hearing loss among all categories of workers. Additionally, noise exposure impacts multiple organ systems, contributing to cardiovascular disease, hypertension, obesity, and other highly prevalent diseases. Although the effects of noise can be mitigated through use of hearing protection and other strategies, these methods are highly underused in this worker group. In this Webinar designed for agricultural producers who are military veterans, learners will learn how to identify hazardous noise sources, strategies to reduce exposure to hazardous noise; and select and use of strategies to protect themselves from the negative effects of noise on their hearing and general health.
Intended Audience: Military Veterans engaged in agricultural production
Objectives:
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

Identify harmful noise sources which have the potential to cause hearing damage and other health effects
Identify strategies to reduce exposure to hazardous noise
Describe appropriate selection and use of personal protective equipment

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Planting the Seeds of Tractor and Machinery Safety
2020-09-21 12:00 - 13:00
Intended Audience: Safety professionals, educators, students, Ag workers, Ag business employees and health care workers.
Tractors and machinery have traditionally been a leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries on and around farms and ranches. The Planting the Seeds of Tractor and Machinery Safety webinar will cover the basic hazards associated with agricultural tractors and machinery and how to prevent injuries from these hazards.
Learning objectives
1. Participants will understand the hazards associated agricultural tractors and machinery.
2. Participants will learn ways to reduce the hazards associated agricultural tractors and machinery.
3. Participants will learn where to find resources for teaching and training on the topic of tractor and machinery safety.

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Respiratory Protection Issues in Agriculture - What to Wear & Does It Fit?
2020-09-24 14:00 - 15:00
The business of agriculture presents a myriad of hazards, including exposures to dusts, molds, pesticides and other chemicals, gases, as well as welding fumes and particles. Deciding what protection to use to prevent acute and chronic respiratory diseases is confusing. In addition, just finding the right protective gear can be a challenge. This webinar will address those issues and provide information on the importance of fit testing and fit (seal)checks.
Intended Audience: agricultural production workers, including female workers, and agricultural business managers
At the end of this webinar participants will be able to:
1. Identify appropriate respiratory protection equipment for work in agriculture
2. Understand the difference between a respirator fit test and a fit check (seal check) procedure.
3. Determine who should be fit tested for respiratory personal protective equipment (PPE)
4. Know who can perform a fit test and what tools are necessary for a fit test procedure
5. Locate current reliable resources that provide information on respiratory PPE

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Invest in Your Health: Hazard Mapping in the Ag Classroom
2020-11-04 12:00 - 13:00
This Train the Training course is designed for teachers, Extension staff, 4H and FFA leaders and others who work with young adults. Participants will learn about the Hazard Mapping curriculum and will be given access to all teacher and student materials after completing the webinar.
At the conclusion of the program, participants/educators will be able to:

To examine the hazards in agricultural production
To identify and locate hazards so that those hazards can be targeted for elimination
To embrace a participatory process that involves as many students as possible
To respect the vast array of skill, experience and know-how that students have about their farm jobs and their dangers
To collectively and creatively pool our knowledge and prioritize what problems to eliminate.

A Hazard Map is a visual representation of the workplace where there are hazards that could cause injuries or illness. The Hazard Mapping method draws on what students know from their farming experience.

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Invest in Your Health: Stay Cool! Prevention of Heat Related Illness in Agriculture
2020-11-17 12:00 - 13:00
[Illustration: Word cloud, with the most prominent phrase being “heat wave,” along with dozens of varying sizes of words and phrases, including, “infant heat stroke,” “elderly,” and “heat index.”]
This Train the Trainer course is designed for teachers, extension staff, 4H and FFA leaders, and others who work with young adults. Agriculture is ranked as one of the most dangerous occupations and involves workers and family members of all ages. Illness and injuries can be prevented if we use the right protective equipment for the job. This program will present an overview of common exposures in farming and ranching and identify appropriate personal protective equipment.
At the conclusion of the program, participants/educators will be able to:

Review several indicators related to various types of heat related illnesses.
Identify educational activities that allow students to recognize warning signs and immediate care procedures developed for classroom use.
Find safety and health resources for use in educational settings.

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Invest in Your Health: Prevention of Zoonotic Diseases
2021-01-20 12:00 - 13:00
This Train the Trainer course is designed for teachers, Extension staff, 4H and FFA leaders and others who work with young adults. Agricultural producers are at high risk for acquiring a zoonotic disease related to their work environment with minimal information related to risks, symptoms and prevention. The majority of emerging infectious diseases in the U.S. are zoonotic in nature. They are often difficult to determine and many go unreported for a variety of reasons.
At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:

Define zoonotic disease and identify various modes of transmission;
Locate recommended educational resources for use in educational programs;
Discuss warning signs and symptoms of major zoonotic diseases;
Identify zoonotic diseases affecting the production agricultural population

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Anhydrous Ammonia Safety for Farmworkers
2021-03-30 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Anhydrous ammonia (NH3) is an effective nitrogen crop fertilizer used throughout the Midwest and beyond. Anhydrous ammonia is potentially dangerous, as it seeks water from the nearest source, which may be the human body – especially the eyes, lungs, and skin because of their high moisture content. Few problems occur when anhydrous ammonia is handled properly and applied as intended. However, it is important for all individuals working with this type of fertilizer to understand the potential health risks, necessary safety precautions, and proper response in the event of an exposure.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the last lines of defense for workers against Anhydrous Ammonia injuries. Women in all industries, including agriculture, have trouble finding and purchasing respiratory protective equipment that fits and is safe and comfortable wear. The National Safety Council, in a 2019 publication of Safety and Health, reported OSHA documentation indicating the lack of a full range of PPE, as well as, employers’ limited knowledge of PPE designed for women – as some of the reasons for the difficulty. Focus of the training is on anhydrous ammonia safety during transport and application, including the anatomy of the nurse tank and toolbar, safety inspection processes, hitching and unhitching safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), rural roadway safety, and first aid/emergency procedures. Hazard communication and emergency action plans will also be addressed.
Intended Audience: Farm/Ranch owner and operators, health and safety professionals, safety officers or specialists, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, health safety and environmental interns and any person or persons who serve as safety personnel in an agricultural setting.
Objectives: At the conclusion of the program, participants will be able to…

Identify the anatomy of a nurse tank and toolbar
Choose appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Make use of a safety inspection process
Describe safety measures to follow during anhydrous transport and application
Apply rural roadway safety measures
Describe hitching and unhitching safety
Plan and utilize basic first aid/emergency procedures
Locate hazard communication plan and emergency action plan resources

Registration Instructions:

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Best PPE to Protect Your Lungs
2021-03-31 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Respiratory protection strategies for women working in agriculture can be a challenge. Purchasing respiratory protective equipment and achieving proper fit is often difficult. This one hour webinar program will address dangerous exposures in agricultural work and the importance of respiratory protective equipment for women. It will include training tips and evidence-based resources for use in clinical practice and worker education
Intended audience: The primary audience for this program will be rural health care providers, educators, and agribusiness safety managers
Objectives (Focus areas): At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

List at least three sources of common agricultural respiratory hazards
Identify appropriate respiratory protection equipment for women working in agriculture
Access a minimum of three evidence- based resources for use in respiratory health and safety education for women working in agricultural environments.

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Practical Solutions for Heat-Related Illness Prevention for Agriculture
2021-04-07 12:00 - 13:00
[Illustration: Word cloud, with the most prominent phrase being “heat wave,” along with dozens of varying sizes of words and phrases, including, “infant heat stroke,” “elderly,” and “heat index.”]
Summary: Agricultural workers are at high risk of heat-related illness, and recent field studies point to specific risk factors and solutions. This webinar is intended to prepare agricultural safety and health professionals for the upcoming summer season. We will share practical and evidence-based solutions for the prevention of heat-related illness in the agricultural work environment.
Objectives: By the end of this presentation participants will be able to:

Describe risk factors for heat-related illness.
Describe solutions that can be implemented in agricultural work environments for the prevention of heat-related illness.
Locate bilingual training and prevention resources

Intended Audience: Agricultural farmers, ranchers, supervisors, farmworkers, farmworker organizations, health and safety professionals, trainers, promotors, rural healthcare providers, extension agents, and others who work in agriculture.

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What to Expect While Expecting- For Female Producers & Farmworkers in Ag
2021-05-06 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Pregnancy and fertility are often not considered when women assume farm tasks. Pesticide and other chemical exposures, zoonotic diseases and heavy lifting particularly during childbearing years, present challenges.
Objectives: At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
– Identify unique exposures/risks associated with farm tasks.
– Identify at least four reproductive health and safety issues for women.
– Locate three current evidenced based resources in the field of agricultural health
– Develop Hazard Map of work exposures.
– Select appropriate PPE for farm tasks to reduce or eliminate exposures and or risks.
Intended Audience: Producers- This training is intended primarily for agricultural producers including but not limited to farmers, ranchers, and any person or persons involved in some combination of raising field crops, orchards, vineyards, poultry, or other livestock.

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Zoonotic Disease and Pregnancy: A Deeper Dive
2021-05-19 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Zoonotic Diseases are transmitted between farm animals and humans and can pose additional risks to those who are pregnant. According to the World Health Organization, more than half of all human pathogens are zoonotic and have represented nearly all emerging pathogens during the past decade. Farmers and farm workers have higher levels of risk for contracting zoonotic diseases because of the frequency of their exposure to animals. Prevention is the best defense. Understanding how the disease transmission process works, building a team and effectively communicating within that team are essential in preventing the spread of zoonotic disease. Women working in agriculture should be aware of the following special considerations during pregnancy; which animals are common carriers of zoonotic disease, symptoms of the disease(s), prevention measures, and pregnancy risks.
Objectives– At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
-Define zoonotic disease and identify various modes of transmission
-Identify a minimum of four significant zoonotic diseases affecting the production agricultural population
-Discuss warning signs and symptoms of major zoonotic diseases which have adverse effects for reproductive health
-Locate a minimum of three recommended educational resources for use in training an agricultural workforce
Intended Audience: Supervisor or Managers: This training is intended primarily for health and safety professionals including but not limited to owner/operators, safety officers or specialists, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, health safety and environmental interns and any person or persons who serve as safety personnel in an agricultural setting.
Producers: This training is intended primarily for agricultural producers including but not limited to farmers, ranchers, and any person or persons involved in some combination of raising field crops, orchards, vineyards, horticulture, or other livestock.

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Train the Trainer: Cover Up! Head to Toe Personal Protective Equipment
2021-07-08 12:00 - 13:00
This Train the Trainer course is designed for teachers, Extension staff, 4H and FFA leaders and others who work with young adults.
Agriculture is ranked as one of the most dangerous occupations and involves workers and family members of all ages. Illness and injuries can be prevented if we use the right protective equipment for the job. This program will present an overview of common exposures in farming and ranching and identify appropriate personal protective equipment.
Objectives: At the conclusion of the program, participants/educators will be able to:

Review several of the indicators related to use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in agriculture
Access personal protective (PPE) educational material developed for classroom use
Select decision making activities from programs designed for classroom time frames
Identify safety and health resources for use in educational settings

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Missing the Mark: The Risks of Misdiagnosing Lyme Disease
2021-07-22 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Tick borne illnesses often go undetected for years. Our speakers will provide unique perspectives from clinicians, resource development, and emotional support of those suffering with Lyme disease. The webinar will provide up to date education, understanding of the complex disease presentation, Lyme disease resources and awareness of the long-term effects for physical and mental health.
Objectives: By the end of this webinar participants will be able to…
– Describe Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases, and their regional variation
– Describe symptoms of Lyme disease- early and late stage
– Understand the complexities of Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome (PTLDS), persistence, and secondary diseases/damage
– Understand the appropriate use of diagnostic tests for Lyme Disease
Intended Audience: This course is intended for health and safety professionals, Ag extension professionals, educators, and individuals involved in working and recreation outdoors.

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Tools & Training to Aid in Selection of PPE in Agriculture
2021-07-29 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Workers in the agricultural industry experience multiple hazardous respiratory exposures. It is important to understand these risks and to know the appropriate protective equipment to purchase and use. The female workforce often experiences a challenge finding the right protection with a proper fit. This 30-minute program will address both the risks and the right protective gear.
Intended Audience: The primary audience for this program will agricultural production workers, including female workers, and agricultural business managers
Objectives: At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

Identify common respiratory exposures that put workers at risk for respiratory illness
Recognize appropriate respiratory protection for workers, co-workers, or family members
Understand the difference between a respirator and a fabric or paper mask – sorting out the language
Access evidence-based information related to respiratory protection

This material was produced under grant #SH-05172-SH9 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government

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NFSHW 2021: Anhydrous Ammonia Safety for Farmworkers
2021-09-23 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Anhydrous ammonia (NH3) is an effective nitrogen crop fertilizer used throughout the Midwest and beyond. Anhydrous ammonia is potentially dangerous, as it seeks water from the nearest source, which may be the human body – especially the eyes, lungs, and skin because of their high moisture content. Few problems occur when anhydrous ammonia is handled properly and applied as intended. However, it is important for all individuals working with this type of fertilizer to understand the potential health risks, necessary safety precautions, and proper response in the event of exposure.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the last lines of defense for workers against Anhydrous Ammonia injuries. Women in all industries, including agriculture, have trouble finding and purchasing respiratory protective equipment that fits and is safe/comfortable to wear. The National Safety Council, in a 2019 publication of Safety and Health, reported OSHA documentation indicating the lack of a full range of PPE, as well as, employers’ limited knowledge of PPE designed for women – as some of the reasons for the difficulty. The focus of the training is on anhydrous ammonia safety during transport and application, including the anatomy of the nurse tank and toolbar, safety inspection processes, hitching, and unhitching safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), rural roadway safety, and first aid/emergency procedures. Hazard communication and emergency action plans will also be addressed.
Intended Audience: Farm/Ranch owners and operators, health and safety professionals, safety officers or specialists, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, health safety and environmental interns, and any person or persons who serve as safety personnel in an agricultural setting.
Objectives: At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to…
1. Choose appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
2. Make use of a safety inspection process
3. Describe safety measures to follow during anhydrous transport and application
4. Plan and utilize basic first aid/emergency procedures
Presenter: Dan Neenan, MBA, Paramedic, Manager, National Education Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS)
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This material was produced under grant number SH-99084-SH0 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

NFSHW 2021: Best Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to Protect Your Lungs
2021-09-23 14:00 - 15:00
Summary: Respiratory protection strategies for women working in agriculture can be a challenge. Purchasing respiratory protective equipment and achieving proper fit is often difficult. This one-hour webinar program will address dangerous exposures in agricultural work and the importance of respiratory protective equipment for women. It will include training tips and evidence-based resources for use in clinical practice and worker education
Intended Audience: The primary audience for this program will be rural health care providers, educators, and agribusiness safety managers
Objectives: At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

List at least three sources of common agricultural respiratory hazards.
Identify appropriate respiratory protection equipment for women working in agriculture.
Access a minimum of three evidence-based resources for use in respiratory health and safety education for women working in agricultural environments.

Presenter: Charlotte Halverson, RN, BSN, COHN-S, Clinical Director, AgriSafe Network
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This material was produced under grant number SH-05172-SH9 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

NFSHW 2021: Zoonotic Disease and Pregnancy: A Deeper Dive
2021-09-24 14:00 - 15:00
Summary: Zoonotic Diseases are transmitted between farm animals and humans and can pose additional risks to those who are pregnant. Farmers and farmworkers have higher levels of risk for contracting zoonotic diseases because of the frequency of their exposure to animals. Understanding how the disease transmission process works, building a team, and effectively communicating within that team is essential in preventing the spread of zoonotic disease. Women working in agriculture should be aware of the following special considerations during pregnancy, which animals are common carriers of zoonotic disease, symptoms of the disease(s), prevention measures, and pregnancy risks.
Intended Audience: Supervisor or Managers: This training is intended primarily for health and safety professionals including but not limited to owner/operators, safety officers or specialists, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, health safety and environmental interns, and any person or persons who serve as safety personnel in an agricultural setting.
Objectives: At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to…
1. Define zoonotic disease and identify various modes of transmission
2. Identify a minimum of four significant zoonotic diseases affecting the production agricultural population
3. Discuss warning signs and symptoms of major zoonotic diseases which have adverse effects on reproductive health
4. Locate a minimum of three recommended educational resources for use in training an agricultural workforce
Presenter: Knesha Rose-Davison, MPH, Public Health Program Director, AgriSafe Network
Watch the Recording Here

This material was produced under grant number SH-05068-SH8 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

Webinar: Anhydrous Ammonia Safety for Farmworkers
2021-11-17 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Anhydrous ammonia (NH3) is an effective nitrogen crop fertilizer used throughout the Midwest and beyond. Anhydrous ammonia is potentially dangerous, as it seeks water from the nearest source, which may be the human body – especially the eyes, lungs, and skin because of their high moisture content. Few problems occur when anhydrous ammonia is handled properly and applied as intended. However, it is important for all individuals working with this type of fertilizer to understand the potential health risks, necessary safety precautions, and proper response in the event of exposure.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the last lines of defense for workers against Anhydrous Ammonia injuries. Women in all industries, including agriculture, have trouble finding and purchasing respiratory protective equipment that fits and is safe and comfortable to wear. The National Safety Council, in a 2019 publication of Safety and Health, reported OSHA documentation indicating the lack of a full range of PPE, as well as, employers’ limited knowledge of PPE designed for women – as some of the reasons for the difficulty. The focus of the training is on anhydrous ammonia safety during transport and application, including the anatomy of the nurse tank and toolbar, safety inspection processes, hitching, and unhitching safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), rural roadway safety, and first aid/emergency procedures. Hazard communication and emergency action plans will also be addressed.
Objectives: At the conclusion of the program, participants will be able to…

Identify the anatomy of a nurse tank and toolbar
Choose appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Make use of a safety inspection process
Describe safety measures to follow during anhydrous transport and application
Apply rural roadway safety measures
Describe hitching and unhitching safety
Plan and utilize basic first aid/emergency procedures
Locate hazard communication plan and emergency action plan resources

Intended Audience: Farm/Ranch owners and operators, health and safety professionals, safety officers or specialists, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, health safety and environmental interns and any person or persons who serve as safety personnel in an agricultural setting.

Registration Instructions:

If you don’t already have a profile with AgriSafe, please set up a free account. This free account allows you access to our many training opportunities. Once you have signed up, you can watch this webinar on-demand.

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Webinar: Hazard Mapping in the Ag Classroom (Invest in Your Health: Train the Trainer Series)
2021-12-06 15:00 - 16:00
Summary: A Hazard Map is a visual representation of the workplace where there are hazards that could cause injuries or illness. The Hazard Mapping method draws on what students know from their farming experience. Participants will learn about the Hazard Mapping curriculum and will be given access to all teacher and student materials after completing the webinar.
Intended Audience: Teachers, Extension staff, 4H and FFA leaders, and others who work with young adults.
Objectives: At the conclusion of the program, participants/educators will be able to:

Examine the hazards in agricultural production
Identify and locate hazards so that those hazards can be targeted for elimination
Embrace a participatory process that involves as many students as possible
Respect the vast array of skills, experience, and know-how that students have about their farm jobs and their dangers
Collectively and creatively pool our knowledge and prioritize what problems to eliminate

Registration Instructions:

If you don’t already have a profile with AgriSafe, please set up a free account. This free account allows you access to our many training opportunities. Once you have signed up, you can watch this webinar on-demand.

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Webinar: Hazard Communications Standards
2021-12-07 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: This Hazard Communications Standards training program is intended for female workers and managers in the agricultural industry. This includes dairy farms and small farms that hire at-risk populations. The major focus of the program is on the identification of and the safe usage of chemicals and pesticides, along with respiratory protection.
Objectives: At the conclusion of the training, participants will be able to:

Describe the purpose of OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
Explain the basic requirements of the Hazard Communication Standard
Differentiate between physical and health hazards of agricultural chemicals
Recall the requirements of a written hazard communication program
List the components of a hazard communication training program
Interpret the information contained in Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Describe the requirements and purpose of hazard warning labels.

Intended Audience:

Supervisor or Managers: This training is intended primarily for health and safety professionals including but not limited to owner/operators, safety officers or specialists, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, health safety and environmental interns, and any person or persons who serve as safety personnel in an agricultural setting.
Producers: This training is intended primarily for agricultural producers including but not limited to farmers, ranchers, and any person or persons involved in some combination of raising field crops, orchards, vineyards, horticulture, or other livestock.

Registration Instructions:

If you don’t already have a profile with AgriSafe, please set up a free account. This free account allows you access to our many training opportunities. Once you have signed up, you can watch this webinar on-demand.

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Webinar: What to Expect While Expecting- For Female Producers & Farmworkers in Ag
2022-02-16 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Pregnancy and fertility are often not considered when women assume farm tasks. Pesticide and other chemical exposures, zoonotic diseases and heavy lifting particularly during childbearing years, present challenges.
Objectives: At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:

Identify unique exposures/risks associated with farm tasks.
Identify at least four reproductive health and safety issues for women.
Locate three current evidenced-based resources in the field of agricultural health.
Develop Hazard Map of work exposures.
Select appropriate PPE for farm tasks to reduce or eliminate exposures and or risks.

Intended Audience: Producers- This training is intended primarily for agricultural producers including but not limited to farmers, ranchers, and any person or persons involved in some combination of raising field crops, orchards, vineyards, poultry, or other livestock.
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Grain Bin Safety Week
2022-02-20 - 2022-02-26
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 recurring the third full week of February to promote grain bin safety on farms and commercial grain-handling facilities.
A collaborative effort with industry leaders and agricultural professionals, Grain Bin Safety Week was created to raise awareness about grain bin dangers, provide education and share best safety practices. Together, we hope to reduce the number of preventable injuries and deaths associated with grain handling and storage.
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Webinar: Anhydrous Ammonia Safety for Farmworkers
2022-02-24 12:00 - 13:00
Anhydrous Ammonia Safety for Farmworkers
Summary: Anhydrous ammonia (NH3) is an effective nitrogen crop fertilizer used throughout the Midwest and beyond. Anhydrous ammonia is potentially dangerous, as it seeks water from the nearest source, which may be the human body – especially the eyes, lungs, and skin because of their high moisture content. Few problems occur when anhydrous ammonia is handled properly and applied as intended. However, it is important for all individuals working with this type of fertilizer to understand the potential health risks, necessary safety precautions, and proper response in the event of exposure.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the last lines of defense for workers against Anhydrous Ammonia injuries. Women in all industries, including agriculture, have trouble finding and purchasing respiratory protective equipment that fits and is safe and comfortable to wear. The National Safety Council, in a 2019 publication of Safety and Health, reported OSHA documentation indicating the lack of a full range of PPE, as well as employers’ limited knowledge of PPE designed for women, as some of the reasons for the difficulty. The focus of this training is on anhydrous ammonia safety during transport and application, including the anatomy of the nurse tank and toolbar, safety inspection processes, hitching, and unhitching safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), rural roadway safety, and first aid/emergency procedures. Hazard communication and emergency action plans will also be addressed.
Objectives: At the conclusion of the program, participants will be able to:

Identify the anatomy of a nurse tank and toolbar
Choose appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Make use of a safety inspection process
Describe safety measures to follow during anhydrous transport and application
Apply rural roadway safety measures
Describe hitching and unhitching safety
Plan and utilize basic first aid/emergency procedures
Locate hazard communication plan and emergency action plan resources

Intended Audience: Farm/Ranch owners and operators, health and safety professionals, safety officers or specialists, managers, supervisors, safety coordinators, health safety and environmental interns and any person or persons who serve as safety personnel in an agricultural setting.
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Webinar: Appropriate PPE for Women in Agriculture
2022-03-10 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Agriculture is a hazardous industry associated with many occupational injuries and diseases. Workers may be exposed to various types of occupational hazards simultaneously, possibly increasing the risk of adverse health outcomes. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is critical for ensuring a safe working environment in agriculture. It is essential to utilize PPE that meets safety standards, is appropriate for your work, and is the proper fit. PPE is often designed with men in mind, making adequate fit and function problematic for women in agriculture.
This training will address the different hazards in agricultural work and the appropriate PPE for women. Additionally, this training will review how to conduct both a respirator fit test and a fit check (seal check) procedure. This presentation aims to guide the selection and effectiveness of PPE worn by women in the agricultural field.
Intended Audience: Producers – This training is intended primarily for agricultural producers, including but not limited to farmers, ranchers, and any person or persons involved in some combination of raising field crops, orchards, vineyards, poultry, or other livestock.
This material was produced under grant number SH-05068-SH8 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
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Webinar: ATV-UTV Safety for Women
2022-04-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-27 12:00 - 13:00
ATV-UTV Safety for Women
Summary: Agriculture ranks among the most hazardous industries. Farmers are at very high risk for fatal and nonfatal injuries, and farming is one of few industries in which family members (who often share the work and live on the premises) are also at risk for fatal and nonfatal injuries. ATVs and UTVs are found on all types of farms; they are useful for agricultural work, but they also pose serious hazards to operators and passengers. Studies indicate that injured ATV/UTV passengers are more commonly female and youth and that helmet use is significantly lower for passengers. The focus of the training would be on ATV/UTV maintenance and safety features, personal protective equipment (PPE), load and weight considerations, operation on public roadways, as well as employee training and considerations for working alone.
Intended Audience: Producers- This training is intended primarily for agricultural producers, including but not limited to farmers, ranchers, and any person or persons involved in some combination of raising field crops, orchards, vineyards, poultry, or other livestock.
This material was produced under grant number SH-05068-SH8 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
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AgrAbility Regional Workshop
2022-06-28 - 2022-06-30
AgrAbility is a program sponsored by the US Department of Agriculture that provides assistance to farmers, ranchers and other agricultural workers, and farm family members impacted by disability, illness or chronic conditions. The program is funded through a competitive grant process for one National Project and State/ Regional Projects (currently serving 20 states). Each project involves a collaborative partnership between land grant universities and various non-profit disability services organizations.
Regional AgrAbility Workshops are a great way to network with AgrAbility peers and other professionals that have a role in assisting our clients.
This Regional Workshop will focus on urban agriculture, working with vocational rehabilitation, prescription medication safety, assistive technology in agriculture, farming with a developmental disability, business planning and work/life balance. On June 28th and 29th, there will be speakers from the National AgrAbility Project, Ohio AgrAbility Project, Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, The Ohio State University, H.A.R.D. Acre Farm, LifeLyfts, Farm Service Agency, and others.
There will also be a day of Agricultural Tours on Thursday, June 30th.
In addition to those who are interested in assisting farmers with a disability or long-term health condition, this workshop would be helpful to:

Service providers (VR, state agencies, governmental organizations)
Agricultural professionals (Extension, FFA, ag educators)
Occupational/Physical therapists, staff, teachers, and students
Staff from other state AgrAbility projects and those working in ag safety, health, and wellness

You may view the agenda here: Ohio Agenda.pdf The agenda is subject to change.
Registration is open through June 22nd.
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