Monday, September 19, 2016

Farming safety
Farming has an occupational fatality rate 700 percent higher than other U.S. industries, including mining. During the harvest season, farmers are at very high risk for serious injuries and death, and in recognition of the hazards farmers face on the job, Governor Haslam has proclaimed this week as National Farm Safety and Health Week, in an effort to raise awareness of the risks of farming accidents and ways to save lives through prevention. Agriculture Commissioner Jai Templeton, himself a farmer says, "Take the time to look up and around, wear the appropriate clothing for the task, make sure safety shields are in place and get plenty of rest. As important as the job is today, being there tomorrow to provide for our families and continue the work we love is the priority we're reminded of this week." Tennessee has one of the highest annual tractor overturn fatality rates in the country...... nearly 10 deaths per 100,000 workers. There are approximately 96 tractor overturn fatalities reported each year in the nation. Engineering advancements made to tractors and other farm equipment help reduce injuries and deaths - but only when they are used properly.


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