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https://completemarkets.com/company/CompleteMarkets/Articles/content-package/IMMS-Library/TabCategory/article-post/1542/FARM-SAFETY/
... . According to Accident Facts published in 1992 by the National Safety Council, farm accidents and other work-related health problems claim as many as 1,400 lives and cause 140,000 injuries a year, most of which are preventable. Farmers must handle a variety of agricultural chemicals and other toxic and/or irritating substances. Many materials are hazardous and can be fatal if not used and stored properly, especially with inquisitive youngsters around. Farmers are also exposed to dust, sun, noise, and other farming health hazards. According ... a report published by the National Safety Council in its Accident Facts' 1992 edition, machinery overturns have the highest fatality rate, accounting for 47% of all on-the-farm fatalities in 1991. Contributing Factors in Farming Accidents Emergency Preparedness-Hospital and emergency medical care are not usually available within a reasonable distance; the farmer and his family do not have the ability or time to deal with an emergency until professional help arrives. Age of workers-Farm surveys indicate that the injury rate is highest among children age 15 and under and adults more than 65 years ... age. Protective Equipment-It has been estimated that the use of protective equipment, such as seat belts on tractors, could prevent up to 40% of all farm work injuries. Equipment and Machinery-The majority of farm accidents and fatalities involve the use of machinery. Proper machine guarding and equipment maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendation(s ) helps in avoiding accidents. Special Care for Children-Farm accidents claim as many as 300 children's lives per year. Recommendations for Accident Prevention The following steps are recommended: Make accident prevention a management as well ...
https://completemarkets.com/Article/article-post/1542/FARM-SAFETY/
...rmers must handle a variety of agricultural chemicals and other toxic and/or i...intended as a general description only and does not carry the force of legal o...
https://completemarkets.com/Article/article-post/2740/Read-This-to-Reduce-the-Overwhelm-of-Small-Business-Insurance-Requirements/
...required to carry coverage for agricultural farm laborers. The risk of injury ...
https://completemarkets.com/Article/article-post/1557/OSHA-HANDBOOK-FOR-SMALL-BUSINESSES-PART-4/
...r with any electrical equipment, machinery, or air or water lines in a manner ...assist small businesses to meet OSHA standards. Because SBA's definition of a ...