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  1. Building Independence Through Agriculture

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/winter-2019/announcements/building-independence-through-agriculture

    employment models, as well as identify resources and assistive technology to support workers in these ... overcome barriers for both the agricultural employer and their workers. To learn more about the workshop, ... that will be offered in Columbus Ohio on February 26, 2019, click the link: ...

  2. National Occupational Therapy Month

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/april-2018/announcements/national-occupational-therapy-month

    life. In Ohio, we also recognize the OT’s who help farmers stay farming after a life changing condition. ... independence for people in agriculture. This program conducts on-site assessments for the worker to determine ... impossible. The Ohio AgrAbility Program is available in all Ohio counties. Learn more about the program on our ...

  3. Springtime on Rural Roads

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/safety-through-seasons-2021/springtime-rural-roads

    the State of Ohio.  After challenging planting seasons in recent years, farmers will be taking ... advantage of every window of opportunity to get seeds in the ground. Combine the spring planting equipment ... telecommuting back to work from COVID-19 and we have an increased risk of incidents on local roadways. In the ...

  4. Educational Resources

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/resources

    using ATVs to complete various agricultural tasks. Some of the specific tasks reviewed in this video ... in agricultural workplaces. It is recommended for youth and adults over the age of 16. Video Library- ... Home/Family, Livestock, Chemical, Farm, Motor Vehicle/ATV, Amish Buggy, Farm Worker, Disability/Health and ...

  5. Pharmaceutical Waste, National Drug Take Back Campaign

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/safety-through-seasons-2021/pharmaceutical-waste-national-drug-take-back

    in their medicine cabinets and don’t know what to do with them. Unused drugs can create a risk of ... unintentional overdose or illegal abuse if not properly disposed of. However, flushing medication in the toilet ... leftover pharmaceuticals from the home, the best option is to take them to a collection event or permanent ...

  6. Pesticide Educational Resources Collaborative (PERC)

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/april-2017/safety-resource-spotlight/pesticide-educational-resources

    of California Davis Extension, in collaboration with Oregon State University. PERC is the ... PERC is a cooperative agreement between the EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs and University ... clearinghouse for the development of pesticide education materials specifically approved for the EPA’s Worker ...

  7. Avoiding the Emergency Room This Winter

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/safety-through-seasons-2021/winter-season/avoiding-emergency-room-winter

    be sure to allocate extra time to complete your task. Avoid running and quick changes in direction. ... risk is elevated due to ice, wind, snow, and extreme low temperatures. In 2017 OSHA reported that 20% ... of workplace injuries were caused by slipping and falling in winter weather conditions.  Precautions ...

  8. National Fire Prevention Week is October 8 – 14, 2017

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/october-2017/thoughts-editor/national-fire-prevention-week-october-8-%E2%80%93-14

    plan, there are two other important practices to take this month: CHANGE the batteries in your smoke ... a smoke detector now! Having an alert system will help save lives in the unfortunate event of a fire ... Dee Jepsen – State Agricultural Safety and Health Leader At work, at home, on the farm, or in the ...

  9. Celebrating Occupational Therapy Outreach for the Farm

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/april-2017/announcements/celebrating-occupational-therapy-outreach-farm

    everyday activities to their highest potential. In Ohio, we also recognize the OT’s who help farmers stay ... farming after a life changing condition. These conditions can be the results of an injury, and also ... works with OT practitioners to promote independence for people in agriculture. This program conducts ...

  10. Dressing for Cold Weather

    https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/december-2019/dressing-cold-weather

    workers it may be tempting to “tough it out” or “work through it”.  Prolonged exposure to winter ... hypothermia. Clothing should be your first consideration when working in cold weather. Clothing should be ... activity. The following are recommendations from the National Weather Service for working in cold ...

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