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... used and stored properly, especially with inquisitive youngsters around. Farmers are also exposed to dust, sun, noise, and other farming health hazards. According to 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 of 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 as a personal goal. Develop an awareness of hazards on the farm and make a conscious effort to prepare for emergency situations including fires, vehicle accidents, electrical shocks from equipment and wires, and adverse health effects from chemical exposures.  Reduce your risk of injury and illness with preventive measures. Read and follow instructions in equipment operator's manuals. Follow instructions ...

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... agencies can survive if they focus on selling specific products better than the competition. For example, if a small agency can prove that it writes small contractors' Property policies better than anyone else, it will write a lot of them-and leave the small contractors' Health insurance to someone else. Being all things to all people is impossible. Local hardware store B didn't suffer any sales downturn when the big hardware store opened, either. Store B thrives by selling merchandise the big store doesn't. It specializes in the hardware ranchers and farmers need. By targeting a class of customers, Store B also successfully cross-sells its customers clothing, hunting and fishing equipment, toys, and animals. The key is that the clothes are Western-style or work clothes ranchers and farmers like. The toys are things like tractors, plastic animals, and trucks. Store B found that it can sell its customers almost anything related to farms and ranches. Small independent agencies can thrive by identifying a type of business that large agencies inadequately service. Identify a group of clients, become experts in their business and their needs-and sell them all the coverages they require. Independent agencies, even small ones, definitely have a bright future. They need to do something special like the two small hardware stores. Offer better service related to a specific product or offer better service to a select group of customers-and you can sell those customers everything. Chris Burand can be reached at Burand & Associates, LLC, PMB 345, 1829 S. Pueblo Blvd., Pueblo, CO 81005, (719) 485-3868, fax (719 ...

... before operating a vehicle. 6. Carry a first aid kit and fire extinguisher in the vehicle at all times. 7. Always wear seat belts and make sure all passengers are wearing them. 8. Never carry passengers on the outside of a vehicle. No one should ever ride in the beds of trucks. 9. Secure all tools and equipment. Set the brake and remove key when leaving vehicle. 10. Drive courteously and defensively. Pay attention to your driving. Take a break if you feel at all tired or drowsy. STAY ALERT. 11. Obey all safety rules. OBEY SPEED RULES. 12. Always check mirrors and turn around and look before backing up. Report all accidents immediately but do not discuss responsibility until you have talked to your supervisor. TRUCK, TRACTOR AND FORKLIFT RULES General Rules All operators must be trained and certified at least annually. Plant conditions and operator duties should be reviewed at least annually and when any changes occur. All rules must be enforced. Safety and training records should be maintained. Operating Rules 1. Only authorized, trained, licensed drivers are permitted to operate equipment. 2. There should be no stunt driving or horseplay. 3. No one should ride on the forks of lift trucks. 4. No part of the body should be outside running lines or other areas where shear or crushing hazards exist. 5. No one is permitted to pass or work under elevated portion. 6. Vehicles should be checked at least once per shift for horn, lights, tires, battery, controller brakes, steering, ...

... a repair is still a repair, no matter how the CPA classifies it. The IRS was required to produce convincing evidence that the expenses were capital in nature, and they failed to do so. Here's a little more help. In addition to the question posed in the L & L case, ask this: Can the property be used for the purpose for which it was originally intended unless the repair is made? If the answer is No, ' then the cost of the repair is deductible. For example, the cost of a new roof (the old one leaks), or a new motor (the old one blew out), or the venting (no vent, can't use the machinery) is thus currently deductible as a repair because the building, boat, or tractor, respectively, cannot but used properly without them. The next time your CPA wants to capitalize such items, show him or her this article. Login or Register (for FREE) to gain access to thousands of other great articles. Need more reasons to join? Need insurance for you, your business or your family? Get quality appointments - Save yourself a whole lot of time & money when you use our directory of carriers, wholesalers and service providers. Negotiate lucrative contracts with carriers and wholesalers. Net result. More revenue for your agency! Clients & Prospects will research you, your co-workers and your agency here. The most comprehensive online insurance industry reference library for - Personal Lines Professionals Commercial Lines Professionals Life/Health & Benefits Professionals Online newsletters and content that you can use ...

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