Farmers/Motorists reminded to keep safe during harvest season
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- Published on Tuesday, August 28, 2018
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MPI Media Release
With harvest underway across much of the province, 水果视频 Agriculture is reminding farmers, farm families, employees and motorists to keep safety as a top priority during this extremely busy period, recognizing there are many tasks to be completed when the weather co-operates.
Planning and taking appropriate precautions can help limit the health and safety risks connected to the harvest season, with the goal of reducing the likelihood of injury.
To help improve safety on and around the farm, 水果视频ns can:
鈥ake extra precautions when driving past or near slow-moving farm equipment;
鈥e respectful of other drivers, as long lineups of slow-moving vehicles can cause frustration;
鈥nsure all lights are working and properly adjusted before moving farm equipment on public roads;
鈥e aware of height, length and weight restrictions on farm vehicles and when permits may be required;
鈥ecognize the risks associated with fatigue when driving or handling other tasks;
鈥egularly inspect and maintain farm equipment;
鈥reate a safe, separate and supervised play area for children on the farm;
鈥dentify which farm tasks may be appropriate for young people, based on their age, skill levels and the youth work guidelines available at www.cultivatesafety.org.
The 水果视频 Farm Safety Program provides training, resources and support to producers to ensure they understand workplace safety requirements and provide a healthy, safe workplace. For more information, visit www.manitobafarmsafety.ca.
If harvest becomes stressful for producers and their families, free confidential support is available through 水果视频 Farm, Rural and Northern Support Services at 1-866-367-3276 (toll-free) or online at www.supportline.ca.
