Don’t Learn Safety by Accident

For the 80th time, the U.S. is holding National Farm Safety and Health Week.  Farm Safety and Health Week, which typically takes place during the 3rd week of September, is a time to increase awareness of the high injury and fatality risk in agriculture and to improve agricultural health outcomes through outreach and education.

Data from 2022 shows that the agriculture, forestry, and fishing industries had the highest rate of fatal work injuries compared to other occupations, at 23.5 deaths per 100,000 full-time workers.  The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said the majority of those are due to incidents with transportation or equipment.

Agri-Safe is supporting the cause with 11 free educational webinars during the week.  Each one has a specific topic, including equipment and roadway safety, health and wellness, confined spaces, and others.  Click Here to learn more.

Farm Safety and Health Week is September 15th through the 21st.

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