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Safety Up – on hearing

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This fact sheet provides basic information on hearing hazards on the farm. Studies show that many farm workers have already experienced some noise-induced hearing loss by age 30, and half of all... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides basic information on hearing hazards on the farm. Studies show that many farm workers have already experienced some noise-induced hearing loss by age 30, and half of all older farmers suffer from significant hearing loss. To prevent hearing loss, it is important to learn to recognize hearing hazards ahead of time.

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Safety Up – on lifting techniques

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This fact sheet provide basic information on on safe handling and hazards of heavy lifting. Estimates suggest nearly one-third of all workers' compensation cases involve back injuries, and... More ≫

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This fact sheet provide basic information on on safe handling and hazards of heavy lifting. Estimates suggest nearly one-third of all workers' compensation cases involve back injuries, and improper lifting techniques are responsible for a large percentage of back injuries among farm workers. Back problems can often be prevented by learning how to lift properly.

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Safety Up – on ATV use

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This fact sheet provides basic information on the many hazards of farming related to the use all-terrain vehicles on the farm.

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Safety Up – on power takeoffs

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A power takeoff shaft is an efficient way to transfer mechanical power between a farm tractor and an implement. It's also a very significant workplace hazard. This fact sheet provides basic... More ≫

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A power takeoff shaft is an efficient way to transfer mechanical power between a farm tractor and an implement. It's also a very significant workplace hazard. This fact sheet provides basic information on how to prevent power takeoff injuries.

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Safety Up – on tractors

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This fact sheet provides basic information about hazards related to tractors usage on the farm. Tractors may be safer than they have ever been, but they are still the leading cause of farm... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides basic information about hazards related to tractors usage on the farm. Tractors may be safer than they have ever been, but they are still the leading cause of farm fatalities across Canada.

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Safety Up – at harvest

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Harvest is the peak season for agriculture-related injuries and fatalities. This fact sheet provides basic information on how to avoid harvesting hazards.

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