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Rural Roads in the Autumn
https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/safety-through-seasons-2021/rural-roads-autumn
be considered when it comes to roadway safety in agricultural communities. Agritourism and fall ... colors have brought more urban traffic to rural areas this time of year, and farm equipment and trucks ... motor vehicles unfamiliar with their presence leads to an increased risk of incidents on local roadways. ...
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Don’t let arthritis or chronic pain stop you from gardening: Choosing the right tools and equipment
physical limitations, having the right tools and equipment for gardening is vital, and may make the ... stooping, long handled tools and a garden cart with a seat are essential. If you have hand pain, stiffness, ... transport tools. Some garden carts have a tall handle for steering and moving the cart, eliminating the need ...
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Stay Hydrated this Summer
https://agsafety.osu.edu/newsletter/ag-safety-stat/safety-through-seasons-2021/stay-hydrated-summer
Dehydration can lead to several different health concerns. Minor dehydration can result in symptoms like ... Eating foods high in salt can cause your body to draw water from the cells, possibly leading to ... reached at 740-596-5212 or homonai.3@osu.edu. This column is provided by the OSU Extension Agricultural ...
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Ohio AgrAbility in Action: Universal Design House and Garage at Farm Science Review
The Universal Design Display House was built in the McCormick building at the Molly Caren Agricultural ... Educators and volunteers who lead house tours and explain different features of the house to FSR visitors. ... garage, garden and workshop, as well as disability inclusion at OSU Extension and in the community. The ...
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OSU Extension is on the radio weekly
https://fairfield.osu.edu/osu-extension-radio-weekly
Extension staff about what's going on locally in the garden, on the farm, in the kitchen and around the ... about the farm, garden or other ag and horticulture related happenings impacting our daily lives. You ... (recorded in MP3), or visit our Youtube Channel to review some of our videoed interviews: Agriculture Milk ...
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Health Safety Protocols and Calendar Updates for Fairfield County Extension
https://fairfield.osu.edu/news/health-safety-protocols-and-updates-fairfield-county-extension
been a recent confirmation of the coronavirus in the state of Ohio leading to public health concerns ... related to disease transmission. As a result, The Ohio State University has been proactively implementing ... County Master Gardener Volunteers "Dig Into Gardening" Education Day- Rescheduled for June 27 ...
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Safety and Health Topics for your Winter Programs
with a Disability Arthritis in Ag Collaborating with Ohio AgrAbility Gardening & Urban Ag ... hazards. Agriculture is one of the most hazardous industries in the U.S. affecting a wide range of ... Safety for Farm Buildings and Equipment Managing Safety with your Agricultural Employees Grain C.A.R.T. ...
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NEW: Small Farm and Garden Safety Series Factsheets
, and backyard gardeners. Many of these agricultural audiences use equipment (tractors, tillers, hand ... A new series of factsheets was developed specifically for the small farmers, community gardens ... independent one. Happy and safe gardening this season! ...
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Tailgate Safety Training for Employees
https://agsafety.osu.edu/resources/tailgate-safety-training-employees
for tailgate safety training can be found at: Agricultural Tailgate Safety Training (2019 Ohioline ... Version)- English Agricultural Tailgate Safety Training: Trainer Manual Agricultural Tailgate Safety ... Training Modules (85 topic modules) Agricultural Tailgate Safety Training: Trainer Manual- Español ...
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On Thin Ice? Ice Safety Tips for Outdoor Activities
does one measure the thickness of ice? First, use an ice pick, axe, hatchet, an ice testing pole, or ... visit ODNR’s Winter Recreation Safety Information. Beth Scheckelhoff, Extension Educator – Agriculture ... This column is provided by the OSU Extension Agricultural Safety and Health Team. ...