Mar 14, 2015 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Vehicle & Road Safety, Workplace Safety
ATVs on the Farm: A Personal Story A 2013 ATV accident claimed the life of Tony Unholzer, shown in the top centre of this family portrait. His widow, Julie Unholzer, shares her family’s story in the hopes it will help other farmers prevent similar tragedies. On Sept....
Mar 14, 2015 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Vehicle & Road Safety, Workplace Safety, Youth Safety
Farm Parents Weigh in on Kids and Quads Does an idyllic childhood in the country have to involve quads? For Moose Jaw, Sask., farmer Julie-Anne Howe and other safety-minded parents, the answer is no. Of allowing her children to ride quads, “it’s just not a smart...
Mar 14, 2015 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Vehicle & Road Safety, Workplace Safety
The Flip Side of ATVs Economical, versatile and fun, all-terrain vehicles have long been indispensable tools on Canadian farms and ranches. But as the size, power and popularity of ATVs has increased, so too has the potential for serious injuries. This National Farm...
Mar 14, 2014 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Workplace Safety
Farm safety education for life Farms across Canada vary in size, what they produce and how many people they employ. But like all other workplaces, there are inherent on-the-job safety hazards that need to be addressed in order to prevent injuries and save lives....
Mar 14, 2013 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Vehicle & Road Safety, Workplace Safety
Vehicle and Machinery Safety on the Farm Picture a farm and you might imagine a quaint, wholesome place complete with green tractors, baby animals and hay bales. While this picture is idealistic, the tragic reality is that farms can be deadly places for their...
Mar 14, 2012 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Workplace Safety
Children on the Farm II Farming is one of Canada’s most dangerous industries, and children are often present in this workplace – one that exposes them to machinery, chemicals, livestock and other hazards. Too often, children have access to the entire farm and view it...
Mar 14, 2011 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Workplace Safety, Youth Safety
Children on the Farm Farming is a way of life for many Canadian families. It is also one of the most dangerous industries in Canada. Too often, both children and parents consider the entire farm a play space. Farm children live in a workplace – one that exposes them...
Mar 14, 2010 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Workplace Safety
Be SAFE – Plan Ahead Farming is one of the most dangerous industries in Canada. Pre-planning can prevent potential accidents and fatalities from happening. Safety is sometimes compromised in the farming industry because of repetition of tasks performed each day....
Mar 14, 2009 | Campaigns, National Farm Safety Week, Workplace Safety
Farming is a way of life for many Canadian families. It is vital that a safety program is in place to protect you, your family, and your employees from injury or fatality. Each year, there are over 100 fatalities and at least 1,500 are hospitalized, from farm-related...
