Despite the idyllic perception of farm life, farming can be a dangerous profession. In an industry that thrives on dedication and hard work, producers can struggle to find the time for safety trainings.
Dr. John Shutske, Professor and Agricultural Safety & Health Specialist with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, advocates for short, frequent training sessions between producers and their farm workers.
“Some producers think that safety training will just result in eye rolls from their team or seem like a waste of time. Others think that it’s intimidating, boring, or unnecessary. However, safety training doesn’t have to be that way,” Shutske says. “At its best, safety training is a way to build stronger relationships with workers and show them you care deeply about their well-being.”
Read the full article for Dr. Shutske’s 6 suggestions for effective farm trainings.
Source: Dairy Herd Management
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