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Farm Safety Starts with Year-Round Practices

Farm Safety Starts with Year-Round Practices
Mar 19, 2025
By Farms.com

Farm Safety Week Highlights Key Practices for 2024

Canadian Agricultural Safety Week is a reminder of the importance of health and safety practices on farms. The week encourages us to prioritize farm safety year-round, making it part of daily routines. It’s not just about identifying hazards; it’s about actively engaging in safety discussions and implementing lasting safety measures that benefit everyone working on or visiting farms across Canada. 

Safety on the farm involves more than awareness; it’s about consistent action and communication. Farms can thrive when safety is a priority, and it is essential for maintaining a productive, sustainable operation. Farm safety is beneficial for the entire farming community, from workers to visitors. 

A comprehensive safety plan tailored to the unique needs of each farm is crucial. Identifying hazards and addressing stressors in daily tasks helps to keep workers safe. In the case of an emergency, having a solid safety plan in place ensures preparedness. 

Investing in health and safety not only protects workers but also contributes to the long-term success and sustainability of the farm. A safe farm ensures a healthy and productive environment for everyone involved. 

This Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, let’s commit to making safety a priority every day. For more details and resources on farm safety, visit agsafetyweek.ca

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Discover the importance of fire prevention safety practices when operating Bobcat equipment for the machine and operator.

Join Summer Peters and Everette Boehm, who are Product Safety and Compliance Engineers at Bobcat, as they take you through a few topics around fire prevention, hazards and safety practices including:
1. Fire Hazards
2. Fluid Leaks
3. Electrical Faults
4. Debris Management
5. Safe Refueling Practices
6. Fire Extinguisher Ownership
7. Emergency Preparedness

The importance of regular maintenance and daily inspections are emphasized to reduce excessive wear, early failure, and minimize fire hazards.

Learning these safety practices about fire prevention will help keep your machine running safely and efficiently on the job site, to help you accomplish more.