Last updated on July 27th, 2024 at 01:21 pm
Youth Resources
AgriSafe seeks to work with youth and young workers performing farm work. The latest data shows that in 2014 an estimated 893,000 youth under 20 years of age resided on farms, with about 454,000 youth performing farm work. In addition to those youth who live on farms, an estimated 266,000 youth were hired to work on US farms in 2014 (NIOSH). According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), every day, injuries account for about 100 agricultural workers suffers a lost-work-time injury.
According to the Department of Labor’s Employers Guide to Young Workers, young agricultural workers are faced with the same hazards as adults. Young workers may perform tasks that are inappropriate for their age. Compared to adults, young workers may lack work experience, physical size and strength, and attention to task. Operating equipment is especially hazardous for young workers. Scientific studies indicate the human brain is not fully developed until 21 or 22 years of age; therefore, logic and decision-making skills may not be fully developed in the younger worker.
AgriSafe offers the Invest in Your Health train the trainer series designed for teachers, Extension staff, 4H and FFA leaders and others who work with young adults.
Youth Resources
Resource Library
| ID | Title | Summary | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19901 | All About Ag Youth and Vaping | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health | |
| 24952 | ATV and UTV Safety in Agriculture | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health | |
| 12736 | Choose Age-Appropriate Tasks for Farm Youth | Article in Farm Progress by Curt Arens | |
| 17431 | Farm Safety Tips for Animal Handling | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health | |
| 9889 | Safety Guidelines for Youth Operating Farm Equipment | This booklet contains work guidelines that parents and supervisors can use to assign age and ability appropriate tasks to youth working in agriculture. They also provide information and talking points for adults to use when discussing farm tasks with youth. In addition to the work guidelines, the booklet describes how to use the guidelines and include important supplemental information on topics like supervision, child development and considerations for hired youth.This booklet was created by the National Children’s Center. | |
| 9890 | Safety Guidelines for Youth Working in Gardens | This booklet contains work guidelines that parents and supervisors can use to assign age and ability appropriate tasks to youth working in agriculture. They also provide information and talking points for adults to use when discussing farm tasks with youth. In addition to the work guidelines, the booklet describes how to use the guidelines and include important supplemental information on topics like supervision, child development and considerations for hired youth.This booklet was created by the National Children’s Center. | |
| 9891 | Safety Guidelines for Youth Working with Animals | This booklet contains work guidelines that parents and supervisors can use to assign age and ability appropriate tasks to youth working in agriculture. They also provide information and talking points for adults to use when discussing farm tasks with youth. In addition to the work guidelines, the booklet describes how to use the guidelines and include important supplemental information on topics like supervision, child development and considerations for hired youth.This booklet was created by the National Children’s Center. | |
| 14679 | Total Farmer Health Model | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health | |
| 15037 | Youth Mental Health Resources | This document contains websites and helplines that might be beneficial to youth who are encountering stressors. | |
| 10348 | Youth Safety on the Farm | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health | |
| 15039 | Youth Stressors and Mental Health | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health |
Webinars
| Webinar Title | Summary | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Farm Youth Mental Health: What We Know and How to Help | Caring for both the physical and emotional health of our next generation is crucial. From adapting to changes to feeling overwhelmed, like adults, children also experience stress and anxiety; however, they may be unsure of what they are feeling and how to respond. During this webinar, we will take a closer look at the status of farm youth mental health. We will recognize causes of stress among youth living in farming and rural communities and highlight the resources available to assist families. |
Websites
Page updated: August 2022