Items Tagged with 'Agriculture workers'

Quincy, MA – In response to several damaging fires in Canada, the National Fire Protection Association is advising barn owners to check both barns and outbuildings for fire hazards.

Cincinnati – Two frequently used weed killers cause the majority of deaths related to herbicide use, and many exposure-linked illnesses could be prevented, according to a NIOSH study.

Washington – A new resource from the Environmental Protection Agency aims to help regulators and the public learn more about pesticide exposure incidents among agricultural workers.

Washington – The Environmental Protection Agency once again has extended the comment period for a proposed rule that would create stronger standards for workers who handle “restricted use” pesticides.

Washington – OSHA has released new fact sheets for workers in the agriculture and maritime industries.

Washington – The Environmental Protection Agency recently extended a comment period on a proposed rule that would create stronger standards for “restricted use” pesticides.

Cincinnati – Rates of occupational injury and illness from pesticides are much higher among agricultural workers than workers in other industries, according to NIOSH research.

Peosta, IA – A series of webinars is scheduled for National Farm Safety and Health Week, set to take place Sept. 20-26.

Washington – A new resource from OSHA explains how employers can help protect agricultural workers who operate all-terrain vehicles.

Richmond, British Columbia – Agricultural employers can keep track of confined spaces on their properties with a new mobile application from WorkSafeBC.