(2021). About Time to Join Forces within Agricultural Health & Safety!? Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, No. 2, pp. 284-287.

Abstract Objectives: Investigate biosecurity principles on Minnesota and Wisconsin dairy farms in response to COVID-19 and the effects of the pandemic on the dairy industry. Methods: Dairy farms that had participated in previous and ongoing projects with the National Farm Medicine Center (NFMC), Migrant Clinicians Network (MCN), and Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH) were asked

Abstract Migrant and seasonal farmworkers are a vulnerable population with unique health and safety challenges related to the entire spectrum of the social determinants of health. These challenges place migrant and seasonal farmworkers at a disproportionate risk of infection and illness because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This report presents a case study of an early COVID-19 outbreak among migrant farmworkers

Abstract Objectives: Livestock cause many fatal and non-fatal agricultural accidents. It is crucial to understand how farmers perceive and manage different risks associated with livestock handling to devise better solutions for accident reduction. The current study investigated farmers’ perception and management of four types of livestock handling risks related to self, animal, environment, and equipment

(2021). Cultivating Collaborations: Western Ag Safety and Health Conference. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 1-2.

ABSTRACT Cattle feedyards are animal feeding operations where beef cattle are finished to market weight on grain. Cattle feeding can be dirty, demanding, and dangerous work. This study sought to assess the predictors of fatigue and the need for recovery among Latino/a immigrant cattle feedyard workers in the United States. A path model was examined to explore direct and indirect relations among physical

(2021). Surveillance of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing Injury, Illness, and Economic Impacts. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 59-61.

ABSTRACT Objectives: The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing Centers (AFF Centers) collaborated to initiate a joint YouTube channel in order to raise awareness of agricultural, forestry, and fishing occupational hazards; provide information to prevent AFF injuries and illnesses; increase the visibility and influence of the AFF Centers; and

(2021). Forestry – Integrating Safety in a Time of Rapid Change. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 88-91.

(2021). Journal of Agromedicine “Leader in the Field” 2021: Jess McCluer. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 92-93.

(2021). Journal of Agromedicine “Peer Reviewer of the Year” 2021: Stephen Waring. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 94-95.

Abstract Background: Utilizing emergency department admissions to estimate and describe agricultural injuries in the United States (U.S.) provides a unique view of one of the country’s most dangerous occupations. This study characterizes and provides nationally representative estimates of persons with non-fatal agricultural related injuries treated in emergency departments in the U.S. Methods: We conducted

ABSTRACT In Ireland, farmers have been identified as a high-risk population, with higher rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and overall mortality, compared with the general population. Farming has always been considered a physically active lifestyle. However, in recent times, with the increased use of technology and machinery, farmers may not be completing as much physical activity as before. There

Abstract Youths – defined as children under the age of 18 – are frequently involved in agricultural work. Parental assignment, briefing, and supervision of hazardous farm tasks have an influence on youth safety, yet many youths are injured or killed performing these tasks. This research utilized a qualitative approach to analyze why youths choose to make hazardous decisions regarding grain bin entry

Abstract Objective The present study aimed to design a model to reduce agricultural work injury among orchardists in Ilam Province, Iran. Methods This was a qualitative research study that used grounded theory to analyze data. The study included 25 specialists, managers, and experts of horticulture in Ilam Province who were selected through purposive sampling. Field observations and interviews in the

Abstract Objectives: Chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology (CKDu) has been well described in farmworkers in Latin America. Agricultural workers in the United States (US) are exposed to similar hot and humid working conditions, but CKDu in the US is under-described. This review aims to better understand the current literature describing the connection between heat stress and kidney function in

ABSTRACT Poor health habits correlate with morbidity and mortality. Rural communities often have decreased access to prevention programs and health care. As a state highly dependent on agriculture, this study identifies rural health services for Ohio farmers. This cross-sectional, descriptive study surveys key informants in Ohio at rural health clinics, critical access hospitals, health departments

ABSTRACT In this study, we seek to illuminate: (1) the ways farm service providers and mental health professionals understand the drivers of farm stress, (2) the strategies, challenges, and opportunities farm service providers and mental health professionals identify for supporting the mental health needs of farm families, and; (3) opportunities for future research and outreach to improve the mental

ABSTRACT Objectives: Agricultural work involves ergonomic and psychosocial strain, which contribute to musculoskeletal conditions. The aim of this study was to assess if specific ergonomic, psychosocial, and preventive factors are linked to musculoskeletal pain or discomfort symptoms (MSS) in farmers and ranchers. Methods: We analyzed data from the Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and

ABSTRACT Understanding the multi-dimensional risk beliefs of agricultural audiences allows risk communicators and educators to target those beliefs to improve practices. This study was designed to assess pesticide risk beliefs among English-speaking farmers and Spanish-speaking farmworkers and to compare their beliefs. The Pesticide Risk Beliefs Inventory (PRiBI) is a 19-item quantitative instrument

ABSTRACT Objectives This paper examines health profiles and work environments of hired U.S. farmworkers to understand the risk to essential workers and their employers, to the food supply, and to rural health systems such as what is possible with the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods Large-sample statistical methods and proprietary data from the National Agricultural Workers Survey from 2000 to 2018 were

Background: Working in agriculture has been associated with increased prevalence of psychological distress and mental health concerns. Farmers are also less likely than non-farmers to seek-help for their mental health. Previous research examining help-seeking among farmers has focused predominantly on male farmers, and has not included many of the Canadian agricultural commodity groups or provinces

ABSTRACT Limited research has characterized nonfatal injury/illness in Alaska’s hazardous fishing industry. This study aimed to determine (a) the utility of linking datasets to conduct surveillance, and (b) injury/illness patterns during 2012–2016. Data were obtained from the Alaska Trauma Registry (ATR), Fishermen’s Fund (FF), and US Coast Guard (USCG). Datasets were coded to identify patterns in

(2021). Animal Agriculture and the One Health Approach. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 85-87.

(2021). Best Practices in Engagement and Research to Practice. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 73-74.

(2021). Prevention through Design in New Technologies. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 3-5.

(2021). Climate Change and the Amplification of Agricultural Worker Health Risks. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 15-17.

(2021). Occupational Health Research in the Commercial Fishing Industry. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 28-30.

(2021). Hired and Contract Agricultural Workforce – Sustainable Solutions. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 26, Special issue for the Western Ag Conference, pp. 45-46.

(2020). Themes within Crises as Reported from the Field. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 25, Special COVID-19 Themed Issue, pp. 349-352.

ABSTRACT Mycobacterium paratuberculosis causes Johne’s disease in cattle, a chronic granulomatous enteritis for which a killed vaccine is commercially available. We present a case of a veterinarian who had an unintended needle-stick with injection of vaccine material. He developed a granulomatous dermatitis with acid-fast bacilli identified on pathology of affected tissue. It is important for health-care

ABSTRACT We conducted a social network analysis (SNA) of Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH) to describe stakeholder networks for agricultural Research and Education/Outreach. This was a two-phase study. First, the Leader Survey went to N = 9 CS-CASH leaders to identify their key stakeholders. Next, the Stakeholder Survey was sent to these stakeholders to learn about

ABSTRACT The high risk of occupational fatalities in agriculture is well documented, but information on non-fatal injuries is lacking due to challenges in injury surveillance. This surveillance study explored the frequency, characteristics, and risk factors for non-fatal injuries among farmers and ranchers in the central United States. The Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH)

(2020). Introduction. Journal of Agromedicine: Vol. 25, 2020 North American Agricultural Safety Summit, pp. 231-231.

ABSTRACT Introduction: Few research projects have addressed health and safety issues in the cattle feeding industry. The Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH) is ideally located to conduct such research, as half of the feedlots in the US are located in the Center’s region. CS-CASH has funded several pilot projects addressing the safety and health of livestock workers, and

ABSTRACT Purpose: Developed in partnership with Washington State Dairy Federation, Washington State University, and University of Washington, the e-learning Dairy Safety Kit (DSK) platform provides curated content and an interactive learning experience tailored to Washington dairy workers. The DSK is organized as a series of interactive modules targeting training topics identified through survey of

ABSTRACT Purpose: Agriculture, Fishing, and Forestry (AFF) is the most dangerous occupation in the United States with 22.8 fatalities per 100,000 workers and a youth fatality rate of 28.21 per 100,000 workers as of 2017. As of 2015, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) discontinued its Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI), leaving an absence of a nationally representative agricultural injury

ABSTRACT Purpose: The presentation explains the Project Scoring Matrix (PSM) instrument that was developed by the Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH). Aspects include the instrument development process, what key outcomes are measured, data sources, PSM outcomes weighting, and ranking criteria. Methods: The PSM took 2 years to develop under the direction of our health

ABSTRACT Purpose: In March 2019, devastating floods hit the Midwest. Farming communities were especially hard hit. In addition to the loss of homes and buildings, in Nebraska alone there were an estimated $440 million in crop losses and $400 million in cattle losses. Farmers and ranchers began dangerous flood clean-up immediately, in many cases without the proper personal protective equipment and resources

ABSTRACT Purpose: Livestock workers experience an increased burden of bioaerosol-induced respiratory disease. We have previously demonstrated that dairy operations generate bioaerosols spanning the inhalable size fraction. These aerosols contained complex bacterial communities and inflammagens. Because those particles with an aerodynamic diameter between 10 and 100 μm are known to deposit in the nasopharyngeal

ABSTRACT Purpose: Tractor rollovers, machine entanglements, and falls have consistently resulted in high rates of fatal and nonfatal injury on farms. While rates continue to be high, we know very little about how compliant machinery and equipment are with recommended safety standards. This study examined compliance with recommended safety standards among 31 farms in Iowa. Methods: We developed a hazard

ABSTRACT Purpose: The purpose of this study was to conduct a formative evaluation to improve the functionality and usability of the Safety in Agriculture for Youth (SAY) Project National Clearinghouse. The SAY Project is a USDA-NIFA grant, and the evaluation is being conducted through a grant through the National Children’s Center. Methods: A quarterly SAY Clearinghouse eNews is sent to FFA and 4-H

ABSTRACT Purpose: The Etiquetas bilingües de pesticidas, or Bilingual Pesticide Safety project, aims to put pesticide label health, safety, and environmental protection information directly into the hands of end-users – pesticide handlers and managers. These mobile applications provide producers a risk management tool for minimizing health, safety, environmental, fiscal, and reputational risks associated

ABSTRACT Purpose: Injuries related to the operation of off-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), continue to be a significant public health concern, especially in rural areas and agricultural production. In fact, a previous study of ATV-related occupational deaths utilizing the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ annual Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries found 61% were in the agriculture

ABSTRACT Purpose: All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are valuable assets on farms and ranches, but are associated with a growing proportion of U.S. agricultural work-related deaths and injuries. The objectives of this study were to investigate the experiences of private pesticide applicators in using ATVs for spraying and determine the mechanisms of injury and contributing factors associated with occupational

ABSTRACT Purpose: All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are a significant source of rural injuries and deaths. Few studies have examined the best methods to improve adolescent ATV safety practices from the target audience’s perspective. The study’s objective was to explore youth’s thoughts regarding how they might be best reached and persuaded to ride ATVs more safely. Methods: Attendees of three ATV safety

ABSTRACT Purpose: Recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) have become increasingly popular, but no studies have examined the safety issues and experiences of rural teens while operating ROVs. Methods: Attendees of the 2015 and 2016 Iowa FFA Leadership Conference were surveyed on ROV use frequency, the safety behaviors practiced, and the crashes and injuries experienced. Descriptive and comparative

ABSTRACT Purpose: An OSHA 10-hour General Industry program, taught by OSHA Outreach Instructors, was developed at OSU with application to agricultural environments. As a voluntary program, the course teaches the workforce, as well as owners and supervisors, best management practices regardless of their agricultural or small business exemption status with the Department of Labor. Upon completion, participants

ABSTRACT Purpose: The Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH) conducts surveillance to characterize occupational injury and illness frequencies, exposures, and preventive practices among farm and ranch operators in the central United States. This report focuses on respiratory diseases and associated exposures and preventive factors. Methods: The CS-CASH Farm and Ranch Health

ABSTRACT Purpose: The “Protecting Children While Parents Work in Agriculture” project aims to establish safe and nurturing environments for farmworker children while their parents work. Access to good child care aids worker recruitment, improves retention, and boosts morale. However, childcare services are sometimes nonexistent, cost prohibitive, or not available when needed. Ensuring adequate services

ABSTRACT Purpose: ATVs (all-terrain vehicle) and other small rollover prone vehicles show high risk of accidents from rollover, which can cause severe injuries and death. According to Swedish data, there were 37 killed per 100,000 vehicles compared to 2 per 100,000 vehicles for ordinary cars. In 70% of the on road accidents and in 60% of the terrain accidents, rollover was the reason. The ATV is prone

ABSTRACT Purpose: Agriculture and forestry is still one of the sectors with the highest rate of work-related injuries, and it is essential that future farmers and employees in the agricultural sector, at an early stage, gain knowledge and insight into the importance of the work environment for safe, secure, and good working conditions in order to create an improved safety culture. The purpose of this

ABSTRACT Purpose: Despite recent improvements in the quality and availability of educational materials to promote heat safety in agriculture, success in addressing the factors that inhibit the adoption of self-protective practices among farmworkers remains limited. Social marketing interventions can address gaps between safety knowledge and implementation by targeting segmented audiences with tailored

ABSTRACT Purpose: Dairy farmers experience a heavy burden of bioaerosol-related respiratory ailments. Bioaerosols are known to contain inflammagens (specifically endotoxin), and a diverse bacterial community that is associated with upper respiratory inflammation and pulmonary decrement among workers. However, identifying casual agents (beyond endotoxin) is still an area that warrants further research

ABSTRACT Introduction: In 2014, the occupational fatality rate was 116 fatalities/100,000 workers in the beef cattle ranching and farming industries (including feedyards). This rate was four times higher than the rate in the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sector overall (24.9/100,000) and 34 times higher than the rate in all industries combined (3.4/100,000). The cattle feedyard subsector also has

ABSTRACT Purpose: This presentation focuses on implementation of digital technologies and mobile devices to transform hazard risk assessment among agricultural workers. Many hazard risk assessments have traditionally been paper-based. Often these instruments require instruction and practice to effectively use them. SaferFarm.org website was launched to assist those working in and around production

ABSTRACT Purpose: Enhanced monitoring of user acquisition and online use patterns throughout the AgInjuryNews.org data repository is imperative toward understanding overall website usage, trends, and behavior. This study examines how implementing refined, modernized analytical toolsets can provide more granular and versatile tracking of data and, in turn, reveal new focus areas to maximize effectiveness

ABSTRACT Purpose: Narrative is perhaps the most basic mode of human interaction and a fundamental way of delivering knowledge. Narratives influence attitudes and change behaviors. NIOSH-funded agricultural safety and health centers including the Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health (GPCAH), the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH), the Central States Center for Agricultural

ABSTRACT Purpose: News media reports of agricultural injuries can be useful to better inform safety and health stakeholders and prevention efforts. These data are particularly useful for youth incidents, since the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health discontinued their survey-based agriculture surveillance program in 2015, leaving a gap in reliable, consistent data on both youth and

ABSTRACT Purpose: Young workers in agriculture (under 25-years-old) are at increased risk for occupational injuries. In addition to traditional workplace hazards, fatigue, substance use, and distracted behaviors are risk factors for injury. While supervisors can play an active role in protecting young workers, there are currently no interventions targeting this group. An online training for supervisors