21. Quality & Food Safety: On The Farm At Natural Selection Foods, food safety and quality assurance begin in the fields,where we enforce stringent controls at every step of planting, growing and http://www.nsfoods.com/quality-farm.html

At Natural Selection Foods, food safety and quality assurance begin in the fields, where we enforce stringent controls at every step of planting, growing and harvesting. To monitor our agricultural programs further, we contract with PrimusLabs.com , an independent agency, to conduct spot audits throughout the cycle. We test all new ground for chemical residues prior to farming. Before planting, we audit every ranch that grows our organic produce to ensure compliance with our food safety, worker safety and product quality policies. Our field workers receive rigorous GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) training to achieve our strict quality standards. We test our water, compost and fertilizers for pathogens and harmful bacteria. We prepare the soil carefully to provide all the nutrients our plants need to flourish and yield optimum taste, appearance and shelf life. We custom-produce our own seed stock for our baby salad greens to control the quality and consistency of our varieties. Quality Assurance Supervisors continuously check our fields during the growing cycle to ensure maximum quality, sanitation and safety. Only products that pass rigorous inspection are accepted at our receiving dock.

22. Safety On The Farm safety on the farm. SOURCE. Western Australia. Part 2 Learning Materialscontains 13 pamphlets that provide instructions about farm safety. http://www.nohsc.gov.au/OHSInformation/Databases/OHSLITPGM/OHSLIT/s/000913.htm

About News Publications National Strategy ... Print Page Related Links OHS Solutions Education and Training Practical Guidance Material Databases ... International Relations Nav Tree: Home OHS Info This is a summary of an item not published by NOHSC. Complete documents can be obtained from Australian libraries via the interlibrary loan system Safety on the farm SOURCE Western Australia. Department of Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare REFERENCE Perth: Western Australia. Department of Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare. - [kit] 5 x A4 pages, 13 pamphlets and A3 action planner PUBDATE SERIES Make the job safe ABSTRACT This information kit has two parts. Part 1: Directions And Resources contains directions on using the kit, a list of resources, sources of information and an action planner. Part 2: Learning Materials contains 13 pamphlets that provide instructions about farm safety. Topics include: safety laws; herbicides, insecticides and fungicides; heat stress; manual handling; noise hazards; stock handling; silo safety; spraying; tractor safety; workshop safety; safety management and zoonoses. KEYWORDS Training Hazards Farming Hazardous Substances ... Equipment, Workplaces And Operations

23. Child Safety On The Farm Child safety on the farm. SOURCE. Safe tractor operation saves livesThe most important safety rule on the farm is NO PASSENGERS EVER! http://www.nohsc.gov.au/OHSInformation/Databases/PracticalGuidanceMaterial/c/001

About News Publications National Strategy ... Print Page Related Links OHS Solutions Education and Training Practical Guidance Material Databases ... International Relations Nav Tree: Home OHS Info Child safety on the farm SOURCE WorkCover Authority of New South Wales REFERENCE Sydney: WorkCover Authority. - 4 p., illus. PUBDATE KEYWORDS Farming Children Safety Factors Health Hazards ... Preventive Strategies DOCUMENT [Practical Guidance Material 1987-1995 Database] [Databases] Privacy Statement Feedback National Occupational Health and Safety Commission Page Size: 9 KB (without images)

24. Agriculture Safety On The Farm Agriculture safety on the farm. See also Agriculture prepared by IAREH. FarmSafety Audit Publication (~ 23 pages) prepared by IAREH. Child Safety. http://www.worksafesask.ca/topics/industry_issues/ag_safety.html?noframe

25. MFSP Electrical Safety On The Farm Maine Farm Safety Program. University of Maine Cooperative ExtensionBulletin 2311. Electrical safety on the farm. Electricity http://www.umext.maine.edu/onlinepubs/htmpubs/2311.htm

Maine Farm Safety Program University of Maine Cooperative Extension Bulletin #2311 Electrical Safety on the Farm E lectricity is an essential source of energy on farms. However, few resources have a greater potential to cause harm than electricity. Electrical systems will function almost indefinitely if properly installed and not overloaded or physically abused. If there are any doubts about the electrical circuits, wiring and equipment on your farm, have a licensed electrician inspect them. - If a fuse or circuit breaker frequently blows, the circuit may be inadequate for the equipment. Make sure all electrical systems are properly grounded. Keep water and electricity separated. Make sure electric lines are high enough to allow tall machinery to safely clear them. Electrical Panels Electricity enters the farm through a control panel and a main switch where a person can shut off all the power in an emergency. This control panel contains either fuses or circuit breakers. Always use the correct fuse for the panel. Never use a greater number, or replace fuses with items like pennies. If there is a stoppage in power, check the control panel. If fuses are used, look for the broken metal strip in the top of a blown fuse. Replace the fuse with one that is marked with the correct amperage. If circuit breakers are used, reset them from off to on. Be sure to check why the fuse or circuit blew. Possible causes are frayed wires, overloaded outlets or defective appliances. Never overload a circuit with high voltage appliances. Check the wattage on appliance labels. If there is frayed insulation or a broken wire, a dangerous short circuit may result and cause a fire. Circuit testers are available to inspect circuits. If power stoppages continue, or if there is a frayed or broken wire, contact an electrician.

26. Farm Safety - Kid's Safety On The Farm This site is designed for those working in farm safety, including farmmanagers, parents, teachers and the farming community. This http://www.peifa.ca/farmsafety/kids/csotf.html

Developing A Farm Play Safe Program North American Guidelines for Children's Agricultural Tasks Home News Developing A Farm Play Safe Program North American Guidelines for Children's Agricultural Tasks Home News ... E-Mail Us

27. Children's Safety On The Farm - Links Children's safety on the farm. Children and Farm Safety Over thepast decade, 55 children under 16 died in Ontario farm accidents. http://www.safekid.org/indexfarm.htm

Children's Safety on the Farm Children and Farm Safety - Over the past decade, 55 children under 16 died in Ontario farm accidents. Canadian Farm Safety Information Services Home page

28. SGRL SGRL home Storage Hints safety on the farm. safety on the farm. This bulletincan also be downloaded as a MS Word document safety on the farm. http://sgrl.csiro.au/storage/safety/default.html

About Us Our Research Our Services Storage Hints ... Search Entomology SGRL home Storage Hints Safety on the Farm Safety on the farm - chemical use and silo safety There are important occupational health and safety issues that need to be considered when storing and handling grain. A range of safety issues, including the safe use of phosphine and grain protectants, and silo safety are dicussed. This bulletin can also be downloaded as a MS Word document: Safety on the farm Take care treating and handling stored grain (PDF, 284 KB) Len Caddick - CSIRO Stored Grain Research Laboratory Grains Research and Development Corporation's Phosphine Awareness Program Advice Bulletins: Keep Phosphine Safe (PDF, 80 KB) Sealed Silos Save (PDF, 173 KB)

29. ATV Connection Safety On The Farm The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that annually an estimated 90,000individuals 16.4 percent of all ATV accidents occur on the farm, resulting in http://www.atving.com/editor/general/farm.html

Safe Use of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) on the Farm William J. Becker Professor and Extension Safety Specialist Agricultural Engineering Department Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611 The all-terrain vehicle (ATV), also known as three and four-wheelers, was initially developed in Japan as a farm-to-town vehicle in isolated, mountainous areas. During spring thaws and rainy seasons steep mountainous roads were often impassable with conventional vehicles. It soon became a recreational vehicle however, providing transportation to areas inaccessible by other motorized transport. And, it wasn't long before the Japanese manufacturers realized that the ATV could be sold to Americans. When the ATV first appeared in the United States in the 1970's, it was promoted and sold as a recreational vehicle designed to provide "thrills" for the rider. This is still its primary use today. Shortly, however, sportsmen found that the ATV was a useful machine to move through areas not accessible with pick-up trucks, four-wheel drives, or other motorized vehicles. The ATV became popular as a hunting vehicle and was used to reach remote areas and to transport game back out. THE ATV IN AGRICULTURE By the mid-eighties the ATV was finding a use in agriculture. It was found to be an efficient and economical substitute for the pick-up truck, the horse, the tractor, and even for walking in many operations. They can now be found on all types of farms, ranches, groves, in the forest, in the ornamental nursery, and on the golf course.

30. ATV Connection Safety On The Farm Part 2 Roll bars, safety belts, and deflectors to keep branches from strikingoperators are available for some models. Safety belts should http://www.atving.com/editor/general/farm1.html

However, at lower speeds, the differential unlocks and allows the rear wheels to turn independently. An automatic clutch reduces chances of "popping-the-clutch," which can result in rear overturns. The advantages of a reverse gear are obvious. The solid shaft drive is more trouble-free than a chain drive and is nearly always found on ATVs with a differential. A power take-off is available on some models, for operating mowers, spray equipment and other machinery. The anticipated use of the machine would determine whether or not this feature is desired. Power and Speed ATVs come equipped with engines ranging from less than 100 cc to over 500 cc, and with gear ratios which will permit speeds in excess of 50 mph. The use(s) planned for the ATV should determine the size of the engine and the gear ratio. There are few, if any, reasons why a maximum speed of more than 20 to 25 mph is required for any agricultural operation. Serious ATV accidents are frequent at higher speeds. Make sure the ATV's gear ratio fits your needs. Other Features: ATVs can have electric, kick, or pull recoil starters. Recoil starters are less expensive but can be frustrating if the engine is hard to start. Electric starters require a battery, which is more convenient but more costly. The ATV should have both front and rear brakes with independent controls. The seat should be wide enough to give good support and be well-padded to prevent "saddle sores." A light-colored seat will stay cooler when exposed to the hot sun.

31. Children And Safety On The Farm Children and safety on the farm. Children resources. It also includesreferences for further information on farm safety issues. (1997). http://pubs.cas.psu.edu/FreePubs/ub030.html

32. Farm Safety Association - FactSheets Safety Committees. Child safety on the farm. Child Safety Day Camp. AnimalSafety and Handling. Safety with farm animals. Building and Structures. http://www.farmsafety.ca/factsheet.shtml

To view these documents, you will need Acrobat Reader Pesticides and Chemicals Strict Rules Apply to Pesticide Handling and Storage Agricultural Machinery Safety Agricultural/Industrial Mowers Recently Added Big Bale Safety Recently Added Forklift Precautions Snowblower Safety Pointers Farm Accident Rescue Wire Rope ... Changes to the use of the Slow Moving Vehicle Sign Training New Employees Accident Investigation Report Safety Committees Child Safety on the Farm Child Safety Day Camp Children are at Constant Risk Recently Added Safety of Children is Adult's Responsibility Recently Added Animal Safety and Handling Safety with farm animals Building and Structures Confined Space Entry in Agriculture "Good Housekeeping" a sign of good farm management Dealing with Stress Silo Maintenance ... Flowing Grain Entrapment Recently Added Human Factors and Health Issues Older Farmers at Greatest Risk of Injury, Death Recently Added Dress up for Safety Rodents Carry Potentially Lethal Hanta Virus The Lone Worker Silo Gas ... Farm Fires Agricultural Commodity Specific Information Health and Safety Guidelines for Ontario Tobacco Producers Tailgate Series ***Call the Guelph Office for any other information *** Agricultural/Industrial Mower Safety (English) Agricultural/Industrial Mower Safety (French) Agricultural/Industrial Mower Safety (Spanish) Dangers of Heat Stress (English) ... Back to top

33. Electrical Safety On The Farm Utah Farm Bureau News. October 2000. Electrical safety on the farm.By Jerry Ferguson, UFBF Vice President – Farm Safety. Over the http://www.fb.com/utfb/News/Oct News-Web/OCTfarmsafety.htm

Utah Farm Bureau News October 2000 Electrical safety on the farm By Jerry Ferguson, UFBF Vice President – Farm Safety Over the years, electrically powered farm equipment has become an indispensable element of modern farming. With the widespread use of electricity on the farm, more emphasis needs to be placed on using electricity and electrical equipment safely. As I have performed inspections on farms and ranches in Utah, one of the major deficiencies I found was electrical. Electricity is brought to a farming operation from a power company’s supply lines through a main service. The main disconnect should be located at this point so that all power to the farm can be manually turned off. The National Safety Council reports that approximately 1,000 people are killed by accidental electrocution each year. A number of those fatalities occur on farms and ranches. A large percentage of these fatalities occur in bathrooms or kitchens by persons using electrical appliance while taking a bath or working around a sink. If for any reason there is an electrical fault in the appliance, the person usually suffers a severe shock or electrocution.

34. Safety On The Farm Review Family Farm Safety Rules This publication deals with family safetyrules. Tailor farm safety rules to your operation and family. http://www.rmsg.us/farm/safety.htm

ROCKY MOUNTAIN SURVIVAL GROUP Links added daily! REMEMBER TO "REFRESH" THIS PAGE OCCASIONALLY TO VIEW NEW ADDITIONS (Use Key) As always, if you know of an article or web page that belongs here - please, let us know! Back to "Farming & Gardening" Back to "Livestock" Please REPORT any problems with this page. Farming Safety Latest Articles Listed First North American Guidelines for Children's Agricultural Tasks Review Family Farm Safety Rules This publication deals with family safety rules. A carefully considered set of family farm rules are a necessity for young children and visitors to the farm; they also can be helpful for older children who have responsibilities on the farm. Tailor farm safety rules to your operation and family. Use Tractors with ROPS to Save Lives Tractors are common to all farm operations. They also are the major cause of death in agriculture today. Tractors are linked to more than half of farm-related deaths.ROPS, or rollover protective structure, is a cab or frame that provides a safe environment for the tractor operator in the event of a rollover. Also called anti-roll bars or ROPS cabs, all are designed to prevent death and minimize injury. Extra Riders Mean Extra Dangers In most accidents involving extra riders, victims fall off or are thrown from the tractor during a rough ride or an accident in which the tractor rolls over. When this occurs, extra riders can be run over by either the tractor or an implement being towed, or both. In an overturn, the tractor often falls on top of extra riders.

35. Videos From The Health & Safety Executive 1998/99 safety on the farm. Electrical safety UK 3701 Electrical Safety OnThe Farm (1983) 13 mins Hire £14.85 Sale £64.57. Used http://www.hse.gov.uk/videos/p14.htm

Safety on the farm Electrical safety UK 3701 Electrical Safety On The Farm 13 mins Hire: £14.85 Sale: £64.57 Used incorrectly electricity can kill. This programme on electrical safety looks at problems caused by the four most common faults: lack of maintenance, bad installation, amateur attempts at repair and plain carelessness. Above all it emphasises the need for regular maintenance by a qualified electrician. Presenter's notes available. UK 4129 Power To Kill 20 mins Hire: £14.85 Sale: £64.57 Deals with agriculture and the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. In this programme, HSE inspectors critically examine the electrical supply, installations and equipment on a typical farm. The key points made are: recognise the hazards of working with or near electricity; employ competent electrically qualified installers and maintenance people; overall, that you must comply with the Electricity at Work Regulations. Return to contents UK 4209 Shock Horror 10 mins Free Loan (to colleges of agriculture, higher and further education establishments) Hire: £14.85 (video only) Sale: £49.50 (video teaching pack)

36. Food Safety On The Farm - UT Food Initiative Contact Patricia Clark. Food safety on the farm Tennessee FoodSafety Initiative Identifying Pathogens at Their Source. KNOXVILLE http://web.utk.edu/~taescomm/archives/releases/foodsafe.html

37. Safety On The Farm: The Potential For Regulatory Reform safety on the farm The Potential for Regulatory Reform. Current OHSregulatory systems seemingly perform poorly in terms of addressing http://www.ohs.anu.edu.au/projects/project4.html

Centre projects Events Upcoming events Past events Safety on the Farm: The Potential for Regulatory Reform Current OHS regulatory systems seemingly perform poorly in terms of addressing the behavioural and systemic problems of OHS in agriculture, and work-related disease and injury rates are far higher than the general industry average. Traditional OHS regulation strategies that were designed for the manufacturing and construction sectors, and for workers in medium and large workplaces, cannot readily be applied to the very different circumstances of OHS in agriculture. For example, very different strategies are needed to deal with geographically isolated farms, small owner-operated and family-based enterprises with few employees, a limited trade union presence and significantly different systems of work. The aims of this project are to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the current systems of agricultural OHS regulation in Australia, to identify the main motivators and drivers of improved safety performance and to design new regulatory models tailored to meet the specific needs and circumstances of the industry. Very little research has been conducted to investigate the effectiveness and efficiency of preventative regulation specific to the agricultural sector and some significant initiatives, most notably, Farmsafe and Agsafe, have been subject to little independent study or evaluation.

38. Safety On The Farm safety on the farm. Tractors and machines were the major causes of farmfatalities in 2001, according to a Teagasc farm safety expert. http://www.clarechampion.ie/02/apr/cc20020412/fa_sa.shtml

Safety on the Farm Tractors and machines were the major causes of farm fatalities in 2001, according to a Teagasc farm safety expert. John McNamara, Teagasc Farm Safety Officer, said that 14 of the 24 fatalities in farming last year were due to tractors and machinery. Speaking in advance of Farm Safety Action Week, which commenced on Monday last, Mr McNamara said putting an effective safety cover on the powershaft on every tractor in the country must be the priority from now onwards. The Teagasc safety officer said that the preparation of a safety statement is a first essential step to the implementation of a safe farm environment. Simple guidelines have been produced by the Health and Safety Authority and copies are available from all Teagasc offices. Mr McNamara referred to the escalation in farm-related injuries. Last year, over 3,600 accidents were recorded on Irish farms, almost double the figure recorded in 1996. "This highlights the necessity for a more pro-active approach to safety among the farming community", he said. With spring activity on farms building up, Mr. McNamara appealed for rigid attention to safety practices affecting children. Seven of last year's 24 farm fatalities were children. To avoid a repeat of this unspeakable anguish, every farm family should familiarise itself with the Code of Practice preventing accidents to children.

39. Fire Safety On The Farm Fire safety on the farm (from Fire Prevention Canada Association). assistancein warning of fire danger. Fire safety rules on the farm http://www.town.coaldale.ab.ca/ems/education/fire_safety_on_the_farm.htm

Fire Safety on the Farm: (from Fire Prevention Canada Association) A message from your Fire Chief Fire Detection and Procedure Fire safety rules on the farm Emergency fire-fighting ... Farm Safety Checklist A message from your Fire Chief Fire Detection and Procedure Every resident and employee on the farm must understand the importance of prompt action in the event of a fire. When a fire is discovered, call the fire department immediately before making any attempt to fight the blaze. Fight the fire with the right equipment; do this only as long as your are clearly not putting yourself or anyone else in danger. DO NOT FIGHT the fire if it is spreading beyond the spot where it started or if the fire could block your exit or if you are not sure how the fire extinguishing equipment works. Of course, these firefighting rules apply to any type of fire emergency situation. Keep the fire department telephone number posted prominently on or near the telephone. Always remember that delay in calling the fire department will give the firefighters little chance to avoid a total loss. While aid from neighbors is a great value when fire strikes, do not allow cars or trucks to obstruct the approach of the firefighters and their emergency vehicles to the burning building. Remember, the fire department is your best resource in an emergency! Neighbors can best help by bringing extra water from their own supplies in milk cans, barrels, or drums.

40. Laois Nationalist - 2002/11/11: Improving Safety On The Farm TCM Archives Laois Nationalist 2002/11/11 Improving safety on the farm. http://archives.tcm.ie/laoisnationalist/2002/11/11/story3223.asp

TCM Archives Laois Nationalist Monday, November 11, 2002 : FRONT NEWS SPORT LOCAL NEWS ... OTHER NEWS Improving safety on the farm IN the last 7 years (1995-2001), 146 people lost their lives on Irish farms. Of these, 36 were children. Last year alone saw 24 fatalities in the farming community, seven of which were children. Simply put, an Irish farm is one of the most dangerous workplaces in the country. In an effort to reduce these shocking statistics, Teagasc, in conjunction with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), are to hold educational events for farmers aimed at improving safety on their farms. The HSA is promoting these farm safety events in order to reduce accidents in high-risk sectors. The Authority has identified agriculture as a priority sector in 2002 and it is committed to completing 1300 farm inspections by the end of the year. Tom Beegan, Director General of the HSA, who himself comes from a farming background, has urged all farming families to attend the events in either Kilkenny or Galway and seize this opportunity to learn how to prevent accidents on their own farms. He said: “Prevention doesn’t just happen, it demands time and effort but the rewards are great and I would remind all farmers that it is in their own interests and in their children’s interests to take appropriate safety measures.” < Go Back Home Search by date Search by keyword ... Contact © Laois Nationalist - Thomas Crosbie Holdings, Ireland, 2003.

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