OSU Ag Safety & Health
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OSU Ag Safety and Health provides educational extension programing and resources to support agriculture and the safety of those working in the industry.
Columbus, OH
Joined April 2015
Survival At All Costs: Rancher Escapes Hay Baler Tomb
agweb.com
Arm mangled inside a hay baler, Doug Bichler fought a gruesome battle for life, determined to escape the machine at all costs.
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Be sure to learn more about bee swarms in the latest Ag Safety STAT article, https://t.co/F67XfPFT2r
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Kids on the Farm: Don’t Take Your Eyes Off Safety
agweb.com
Although the industry has come a long way when it comes to farm safety, about every three days, a child dies in an ag-related incident, and each day, 33 children are injured. Farm safety expert...
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Here Comes the Sun: 5 Easy Steps to Avoid Skin Cancer
agweb.com
Farmers, livestock producers and others in the agriculture industry are part of core skin cancer statistics related to outdoor work, consistently ranking highest in overall sun exposure.
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When the Rain Won’t Let Up -- tips to keep some of the stress from overwhelming you. https://t.co/84NYvRKp7e
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Working in and around grain structures poses numerous hazards for slip/trip/fall injuries, crush injuries, or struck-by injuries. Work with employees to recognize the hazards. #StandUp4GrainSafety Fall Protection https://t.co/H9ctSL9G1e via @YouTube
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Tune in for a short video from the Grain Handling Safety Coalition to learn about harness components and proper anchorage points. #StandUp4GrainSafety
https://t.co/hrLNL2jcXB via @YouTube
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Download a heat index app to have real-time information to plan for outdoor work activities. OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool App | NIOSH | CDC https://t.co/cksXLPo3Je via @CDCgov
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Heat illness can impact workers while involved in grain handling activities. Know the signs. #StandUp4GrainSafety
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Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week, April 4-8 via @ocj_ohioagnet
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[750 AM] As you start your day - a reminder of today's fire weather danger especially this afternoon into early evening with warm, dry, windy conditions. Avoid burning!
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When you work around your own kids or young employees using a ladder safely sets an example. #ASAP22 #KeepFarmsSafe #PreparePreventProtect #USAgCenters
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According to the National Children’s Center, approximately 650 people die in ATV/UTV incidents each year, with up to 50% of these incidents involving children. Review these UTV safety recommendations with your child today. #KeepFarmsSafe #PreparePreventProtect #USAgCenters
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Some tips to help you keep your operation safe during storm season, https://t.co/MKYyObIOKs
#KeepFarmsSafe #PreparePreventProtect #USAgCenters
fbfs.com
Do you know what to do in the event of severe weather? Review these tips to be prepared in the event of a tornado, flash flood or wildfire in your area.
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Conversations with family members and employees about safety can help prevent serious situations. In the event of an emergency, it is important to have a list of safety contacts. Visit Agritourism Ready to create an emergency action plan, https://t.co/5pm6IpUZyf
#KeepFarmsSafe
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