@FarmSafeMB

Our mission is to provide tools and resources that support Manitoba farmers. An initiative of @KAP_Manitoba. Visit us at https://xitter.cf/t.co/XOlDFPFe8g

Joined June 2022
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Farming doesn’t come with days off. Neither should mental health support. The National Farmer Crisis Line is available 24/7, free and confidential for farmers, farm families and agricultural workers. 📞1-866-FARMS01 Get immediate crisis support and connection to ag-informed counselling when you need it most.
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What’s one of the best ways to stay safe around grain? To stay out of grain bins whenever possible. Proactively monitoring the condition of grain and addressing issues early can reduce the need to enter a bin. Learn more about grain safety at casa-acsa.ca/BeGrainSafe-Wee….
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Every second matters when working around grain. This #BeGrainSafe Week make safety a priority by following safe work practices and spreading the word about grain safety to help prevent avoidable tragedies. Learn more about grain safety at casa-acsa.ca/BeGrainSafe-Wee….
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Don't miss out! Farmer First Aid is coming to a location near you! This course covers practical first aid skills for life-threatening emergencies and common farm-related injuries and illnesses. Sign up here: farmsafemanitoba.ca/events-2…
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Want to brush up on your grain safety knowledge? This #BeGrainSafe Week, learn about grain handling and storage hazards with a FREE online safety course. For more details: casa-acsa.ca/training/online….
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Grain bags are a convenient option for storing grain, but they can also pose serious safety risks. Never enter a grain bag or walk on top of one, which could lead to injury or entrapment. Find more grain safety tips at casa-acsa.ca/BeGrainSafe-Wee…. #BeGrainSafe
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Farmer First Aid is coming to Brandon! Learn First Aid skills and better understand the unique issues related to farm emergencies. Space is limited! Register: eventbrite.ca/e/farmer-first…
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Did you know that moving grain acts like quicksand? You can’t “swim” your way out, and once caught in it, you can sink in seconds and become trapped. Learn how to #BeGrainSafe at casaacsa.ca/BeGrainSafe-Week.
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Grain that goes out of condition can form a hard crust known as a grain bridge. It may look solid, but it can collapse under a person’s weight, leading to grain entrapment. Get more safety tips at casa-acsa.ca/BeGrainSafe-Wee…. #BeGrainSafe
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Aug. 10-16 is BeGrainSafe Week! This week is a reminder that resilient and successful farms depend on the health and safety of the people behind them. For more information, visit casa-acsa.ca/BeGrainSafeWeek.
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Farmer First Aid is back, starting in Steinbach! Learn First Aid skills and better understand the unique issues related to farm emergencies. Space is limited, lunch is provided, and more course dates will be announced soon! Register: eventbrite.ca/e/farmer-first…
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It’s Canadian Agricultural Safety Week 🌾 Farm safety is essential to protecting the people who live and work on farms every day. Taking the time to recognize risks and make safer choices helps prevent injuries and save lives. Learn more about CASW: casa-acsa.ca/en/canadian-agr…
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@domoreagMar 16
This week is Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, led by @planfarmsafety, reminding us that farm safety and mental health are connected. Exhaustion, stress, and overwhelm affect our ability to make clear decisions, notice hazards, and react quickly when things go wrong. Mental wellbeing isn't separate from farm safety, it's part of what keeps operations running safely. Safe farms need people who have the capacity to stay alert and present. That means rest, support, and managing stress matter for more than just mental health—they matter for safety too. Learn more at: casa-acsa.ca/en/canadian-agr… #farmsafety #farmsafetyeveryday #agriculture
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We’re heading to Manitoba Ag Days in Brandon! 🌾 January 20-22, 2026! Stop by the FarmSafe Manitoba booth to say hello, chat farm safety, and check out some fun new hands-on activities, plus prizes you won’t want to miss. We can’t wait to connect with you!
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Winter storage can get tight, but fire exits and breaker panels must stay open and accessible. Blocked emergency areas can delay escape or response when seconds matter. Make it part of your winter routine to check that nothing is in the way.
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Shivering, confusion, slurred speech, slow breathing, and numb or white skin are all warning signs of cold stress. If you notice these symptoms in yourself or someone else, get indoors immediately and seek medical help if needed. Stay safe and warm this holiday season!
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❄️ Winter is a great opportunity to review safety procedures on your farm. FarmSafe Manitoba offers free, confidential consultations and resources to help you strengthen your safety plan. Visit farmsafemanitoba.com to connect with our consultant!
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🥶 What Is Cold Stress? 🥶 Cold stress happens when your body can’t maintain its normal temperature. It can lead to hypothermia, frostbite, and serious injury. Understanding how cold affects the body is the first step in staying safe during winter work.
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Working long hours outside in freezing temperatures can lead to cold stress. Stay warm, take breaks, and watch for early warning signs.
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FarmSafe Manitoba retweeted
AgSafeBC@AgSafeBC24 Sep 2025
🎉 Great news! Registration for the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) Conference is now free! #agsafety #farmsafety
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