We are a research-based Center at the @UKCPH that has dedicated decades of research/outreach to helping address issues of agricultural health & safety.
Lexington, KY
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Creating more opportunities and spaces for young people to talk about mental health is one way we can #breakthestigma and provide support. ok2talk.org #MentalHealthMonth
Suicide prevention specialists and mental health care providers talk about the importance of suicide prevention among farmers: youtu.be/rWDSKCnZWDA @GPCAH @NAMICommunicate @NatlAgrAbility
Check out this AgriSafe heat-related illness prevention webinar to be held on April 7th at 1PM EST. For more information and to register, follow the link below:
agrisafe.org/index.php?optio…
Here is a fantastic YouTube video from the University of Texas Health Science Center at the Houston School of Public Health addressing FAQ’s about COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccine.
youtube.com/watch?v=ldc8bbHf…
Check out this half day training held by the Northwest Center for Occupational Health and Safety on health and safety programs for temporary workers to be held virtually March 10th, 2021 from 8:30AM-12:30PM. To register, follow the link below:
osha.washington.edu/professi…
The third Thursday of November is National Rural Health Day. This year lets celebrate the #PowerofRural, honoring those who selflessly work to address some of the challenges that rural communities face.
It may seem like a tractor rollover won’t happen to you, but what about youth driving tractors? Install a ROPS today. See if you are eligible for the National ROPS Rebate Program.
youtube.com/watch?v=DcEgrdc4… via @FarmMedicine #NFSHW #USAgCenters #necasag
Roadway safety is for everyone- including animals. Loading, distributing and handling animals around trailers can be done safely.
youtu.be/Pyd0rUAtIig via @swagcenter/@SouthwestAg95 #NFSHW20 #USAgCenters #necasag
Working around the farm can be dangerous if you don't watch out for yourself and your loved ones. Share some transportation and confined spaces safety tips with your family and friends during Agricultural Safety Awareness Program Week, March 1-7, 2020. #USAgCenters
Do you have 20:20 vision when it comes to agriculture safety? Learn more about what should look out for during Agricultural Safety Awareness Week, March 1-7, 2020. #VisionOnAgSafety #ASAP20 #USAgCenters @FarmBureau
The North American Agricultural Safety Summit 2020, put on by ASHCA, is coming up in March! Here are 10 reasons why you should attend!
Winter weather may finally be here but work on the farm and ranch still needs to be done. Here are some articles to help Ag producers get ready for what the season has in store for this year:
osha.gov/SLTC/emergencyprepa…
ag-safety.extension.org/cold…
Some more photos from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture Grain Bin Rescue Class in LaRue County.
Photos from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture Grain Bin Rescue Class held at the LaRue County Extension Office.(11/15/19-11/16/19). This class is addressing a contingent of Tennessee First Responders here in KY for 2 days of Grain Rescue Training. #grainsafety #scahip
