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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 1997-03-19, Page 41THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19,1997. PAGE A-21. REAL ESTATE & INSURANCE LTD. CARDIFF & MULVEY SROKfR • Farm • Residential • Commercial Phone 519-887-6100 Fax 519-887-6109 FARM SAFETY FACTS DID YOU KNOW? ABOUT ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES... It is estimated that every year in Canada: • There are 130 farm-related deaths • 1,200 people are hospitalized from farm-related injuries • 50,000 people sustain farm-related injuries requiring them to either seek medical attention or to take a day away from normal work activities • Of all agriculture-related injuries, 65% of fatal injuries and 50% of injuries requiring hospitalization are related to the use of agricultural machinery • The very young and the elderly are at the greatest risk of injury on the farm DID YOU KNOW? ABOUT HEARING LOSS PREVENTION... • If you are standing three feet from a partner and have to raise your voice to be heard above back ground noise, the noise level is probably loud enough to damage your hearing. • Hearing can be permanently damaged by one sudden loud sound, such as a shotgun blast. Because of regular and extended use of equipment and machinery, the potential for hearing loss among farmers is increased. In fact, research has shown that hearing loss is greater in the farming community than in the non-farming community of the same age. Excessive noise from tractors, grain dryers, chain saws, and even radios in enclosed cab tractors and combines increases farmers' risk of hearing loss. ABOUT CHEMICAL SAFETY ON THE FARM... Some of the agricultural chemicals present on the farm include gasoline, diesel fuel, oil, lubricants, veterinary supplies, rodent poi sons, pesticides, and fertilizers. While the threat that these chemi cals pose to children is usually apparent, they can also be harmful adults if used improperly. SNELL FEED & SUPPLIES LTD. Serving North Huron... • Grain Elevator Services • Farm Supplies & Hardware • Livestock Feeds Westfield 523-9501 (A) West Xly Wawanosh Mutual Insurance Company Dungannon (519) 529-7921 Ctrc Brussels Provides a full range of banking services (519) 887-6521 Huron County Federation /____of Agriculture_____ Farmers Working For Farmers FARM CHEMICAL SAFETY CHECK LIST: There are some basic guidelines which can help reduce the risks of exposure to pesticides and chemicals: • Farm chemicals, pesticides, and herbicides must be stored away from children, in a clearly marked and locked storage area. • Read the label and follow the instructions. If an emergency occurs, take the label with you and give it to the medical professionals. • Practise good personal hygiene and wear the recommended protective clothing and equipment. This ■ equipment must be maintained to ensure it works properly. • Do not mix pesticides unless it is recommended. • A supply of clean water should be readily available, along with first-aid supplies. • Be aware of poisoning symptoms. If you feel ill, leave the area and get help. • Shower and change clothes immediately after application of any chemical. • Wash contaminated clothing separately from other laundry. Don't forget to clean the washer when finished. • Store pesticides in their original containers with a legible label. • Keep pesticides in a well marked and locked storage area. • Transport pesticides in the open box of a truck, with all containers secured. Never transport pesticides in the passenger area or trunk of any vehicle. • Do not re-enter a crop until the specified re-entry time on the label has elapsed (usually 24-28 hours) without protective equipment suggested on the label. Directors Meeting every 4th Monday of the month 8 p.m. at the Tuckersmith Twp. Office 519-482-9642 1-800-511-1135 Box 429 Clinton, Ont. NOM1L0 Weekly Livestock Sales Tues., 9:00 a.m. * Fed Cattle & Cows Thurs., 10:00 a.m. * Veal, Sheep and Goats Fri. 10:00 a.m. * Stockers Fri. 1:00 p.m. * Pigs Brussels Livestock CONFIDENCE, TRUST & SERVICE R.R. #3 Brussels, Ont. NOG 1H0 Office: 887-6461 or 887-6811 McKILLOP MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY • FARM • URBAN • AUTO • COMMERCIAL 91 Main St. S., Seaforth 527-0400 1-800-463-9204 Fax: 527-2777 FARM SAFETY ASSOCIATION PLEASE REMEMBER THE RULE IS 'NO RIDERS' ON ANY POWERED EQUIPMENT. YOU SIMPLY HAVE TO BE FIRM Also, harvesting operations have to be off lim its to children, pets and farm animals. You may not see them in time, or they may be hit by flying objects. SAFE HARVEST Huron Farm Safety Assoc. 519-482-5031 Fax 519-482-7554