Take a moment today to think about electrical hazards and how you can make your operation safe for you, your family, workers and visitors. There are several things you can do at home, in the barn, and workshops to help eliminate the chances of shocks, electrocution and fires. Missing covers Missing covers on junction boxes, […]
Let’s look at walking outside when it’s cold and snowy or icy. Here are some winter safety tips to help prevent slips and falls: Plan ahead and give yourself sufficient time. When walking on steps, always use the hand railings and plant your feet firmly on each step. Bending your knees a little and taking […]
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous, odorless, and tasteless gas. CO results from the incomplete burning of natural gas and any other material containing carbon such as gasoline, kerosene, oil, propane, coal, wood, etc. Examples of carbon monoxide sources include portable generators, concrete cutting saws, space heaters, welding, and gasoline powered equipment. Smoldering grain can […]
Working outside in the winter can be a dirty job, but many of us have to do it. Are you ready for winter work? Here are some reminders about dressing for the weather and staying strong, healthy and safe: Two big concerns of working or simply spending time outdoors in cold weather are frostbite and […]
The late fall or early winter season brings an increase in seasonal dangers that you should be aware of. Road and driving conditions change with the onset of time changes and late fall and early winter weather changes.
Weather conditions can be unpredictable in the fall. A bright, beautiful afternoon can turn rainy and cold in minutes. With the days getting shorter, you could find yourself commuting to and from work in darkness. Common fall driving hazards Back to school traffic Fall means back to school traffic for kids, which means more cars […]
The fall season brings an increase in deer activity because it’s their time for mating and migrating. Avoid deer collisions by watching for darting deer, especially when driving early in the morning or at night. According to the insurance institute, 1.6 million deer-vehicle collisions occur each year, resulting in 200 fatalities, tens of thousands of […]
Mycotoxins in corn are produced when certain molds infect the ears of corn. Molds produce mycotoxins only under certain environmental conditions. Furthermore, not all molds cause mycotoxins, but mycotoxins in corn cannot exist unless molds are present. In fact, thousands of molds are capable of growing on corn, but only a very few species actually […]
A power tool is a tool that is actuated by an additional power source and mechanism other than the solely manual labor used with hand tools. The most common types of power tools use electric motors, pneumatics, or hydraulics. To prevent injuries, incidents, and damage to power tools, always take the following precautions: Never carry […]
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