AgriSafe Network

New Technologies: Working Safely in a COVID-19 World in Agriculture & Food/Beverage Industry
2021-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Summary: The US Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have published updated guidelines to help agricultural employers protect unvaccinated workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Guidelines for unvaccinated workers continue to include social distancing and masking requirements in certain situations. Social distancing and mask requirements may make communication more difficult in certain situations. This webinar will provide an overview of the updated CDC, OSHA, and FDA guidance and resources for Agriculture with emphasis on suggested personal protective equipment (PPE). Various types of PPE which can be helpful during a pandemic such as eyewear, face shields, and protective communication solutions will be discussed. Several innovations in technologies in PPE can help with reducing eyewear fogging and help communicating at a distance in pandemics and beyond.
Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to…

Identify two check lists to help Agricultural employers assess their COVID-19 plan
Identify resources for the latest guidelines from the CDC, OSHA, and FDA
Review the updated CDC, OSHA and FDA guidance on eyewear, face shields, and other PPE for Agricultural workers
Identify 3 tips for reducing eyewear fogging
Identify two technologies that can help workers communicate at a distance

Intended Audience: Agriculture, food and beverage safety and health professionals

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)
Watch the Recording Here
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
Watch the Recording Here
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.

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 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: Say What? Protecting Your Hearing (Invest in Your Health: Train the Trainer Series)
2021-12-13 15:00 - 16:00
Summary: This Invest in Your Health: Train the Trainer course is designed for teachers, extension staff, 4H and FFA leaders, and others who work with young adults. The young ag producer works and plays in an environment with noise hazards. Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is common (and preventable) but unfortunately, the use of hearing protection among youth is not.
Objectives: At the conclusion of the program, participants/educators will be able to:

Understand the importance of preventing noise-induced hearing loss.
Use the Invest in Your Health training materials.
Know where to find additional hearing loss prevention educational materials and resources.

Webinar participants will earn a digital badge and access to the Say What? guidebook that contains classroom activities for students ages 14-23.

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.

Watche the Recording Here

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.
Watch the Recording Here

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.
Watch the Recording Here

Webinar: Appropriate PPE for Women in Agriculture
2022-06-28 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: Importance of Foot Health in Agriculture
2023-11-01 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Dr. Merendino will present the Importance of Foot Health in Agriculture in the first half of the presentation. He will address important practices and provide examples of foot health issues to take action on. Karen will finish with a presentation on her extension fieldwork with the ag/hort growers along with Dr. Merendino including a field day program in Volusia County (commercial fernery), then conclude her results from an Extension Sock Study assaying Merino Wool Socks.
Intended Audience: Agricultural/ Horticultural professionals, medical personnel, and the general public
Objectives: At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to…

Identify Best Management Practices for proper foot health.
Identify common foot conditions that result from poor foot health.
Gain knowledge on grower work boot and sock trait preferences as evidenced by actual trials and surveys

Watch the Recording Here

Webinar: Invest in Your Health - Cover Up! A Train the Trainer Program
2024-03-13 15:00 - 16:00
Summary: Agriculture is ranked as one of the most dangerous occupations and involves workers and families of all ages, but 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. Students can discuss those exposures and determine the appropriate protective gear for each scenario. In addition, there is one case study presenting common multiple exposures that young people experience are included for discussion. A video is also included for classroom use.
Intended Audience: This Train the Trainer course is designed for teachers, Extension staff, 4H and FFA leaders, and others who work with young adults.
Objectives: After attending the training, participants/educators will be able to…

Review indicators related to the need for and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in agriculture
Select decision-making activities designed for classroom timeframes
Identify safety and health resources for use in educational settings

Watch the Recording Here

Webinar: Emergency Ready- Hazardous Materials Down on the Farm: Playbook of Strategies for Farm and Ranch Families
2024-06-12 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: Hazardous materials lurk around many corners of farm shops, buildings, and barns. The health impacts of organic and inorganic exposures can be mild to devastating. Be prepared and be ready to handle identifiable and nonidentifiable materials during everyday farm and ranch work as well as during emergencies. In this training, we will discuss action steps, strategies, and resources to protect individuals working and living on the ranch and farm.
Intended Audience: Agricultural Producers, Agricultural Managers, Farmworkers, Rural EMT and Firefighters
Objectives: At the end of this webinar participants will be able to:

Identify hazardous material exposures in farm shops, buildings, and barns.
Understand the implications of common agriculture hazardous exposures.
Select the correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to use when working with hazardous materials.

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Webinar: Environmental Health Literacy and Agricultural Exposures: Where Ag Safety and Cancer Prevention Meet
2025-04-10 12:00 - 13:00
Summary: There is growing concern over the role of environmental and occupational exposures in rising cancer rates in Iowa and across the country. People employed in agriculture and related industries in rural areas may face unique environmental and occupational exposures, besides genetic and behavioral risk factors, that can cause cancer.
Rural barriers to accessing healthcare may compound the effects of environmental and occupational exposures in these settings. Understandable and actionable risk communications can help address existing rural cancer disparities. In this presentation, the presenters will provide tips on how to integrate evidence-based environmental health and cancer prevention information into rural and agricultural work. Participants will learn how to better communicate risk, answer questions, and strengthen environmental health literacy in their communities.
Intended Audience: Individuals with an interest in rural and agricultural communities are encouraged to attend.
Objectives: At the end of the webinar, participants will be able to…​

Define environmental health literacy and its role in community health promotion and advocacy.
Identify evidence-based resources on environmental factors that can increase cancer risk in an agricultural setting and apply them to your own health and safety education materials.
Find the overlap in goals and communication strategies between cancer control and agricultural safety and health professionals.

Meet the Presenters:
– Caroline Powell, BA, MS, Candidate University of Iowa, Environmental Outreach Coordinator, Iowa Cancer Consortium
– Audrey E. Tran Lam, MPH, Environmental Health Program Director, UNI Center for Energy and Environmental Education

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