
Tag Archives Occupational safety and health

Agriculture Safety Week a reminder of risks
Manitoba farmers are still practising one of the province’s most dangerous professions

Government fixes farm safety funding
The Manitoba Farm Safety Program: It’s free, confidential and funded for at least another five years
Editorial: Staying safe on the farm

Gearing up on the farm: the right equipment makes you safer
Make sure your personal protective gear is in place, fits properly and works

High rates of child death and injury persist: Why farm children are put at risk
Parents interviewed say there’s benefits to including children in tasks on the farm

What to expect if the safety inspector visits your farm
The Manitoba Farm Safety Association is hosting no-cost sessions to help farmers understand Workplace Safety and Health legislation

Stellar safety record at Granny’s Poultry brings WCB premiums way down
Their company has put major effort into educating their entire team on why safe workplace practices are so important, says company CEO
Injured on the farm? Farm Safety Program wants to know
Manitoba Farm Safety Program wants to hear about incidents so it can post preventive bulletins

Set an example for the younger generation during Ag Safety Week
Canada’s agricultural population is now made up of more farmers over age 70 than under 35

Taking steps to prevent slips, trips, and falls
You can change the environment or change your behaviours to stay safe