Farm Safety Roundup – RealAgriculture

Protecting young people on the farm starts with recognizing a simple truth: farms are both a workplace and a home. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney speaks with Drew Spoelstra of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and Chad Roberts of Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS) about building a stronger... Read More

Noise is an unavoidable part of everyday life on the farm, but it’s also a hazard that can permanently damage hearing, increase safety risks, and impact overall quality of life. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, RealAgriculture’s Shaun Haney sits down with Scott McLachlin, specialized consultant and occupational hygienist with Workplace Safety &... Read More

Grain handling is essential—but hazardous—work. On this episode of Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney digs into grain safety blitzes with Bruce Christianson of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and Jay Remsik of Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS). Together, they break down what these inspections mean for federally regulated grain operations and how... Read More

As combines roll and grain carts hit the roads this harvest, rural highways and concession roads become some of the most dangerous places in the country. In fact, 70 percent of speeding-related fatalities happen on rural roads, and farm machinery is nearly five times more likely to be involved in a fatal collision than other... Read More

Large animal handling remains one of the most hazardous aspects of livestock farming, with unpredictable animal behaviour, high-stress situations, and physical strength creating the potential for serious injuries. From vaccinations to transport, planning and preparation are critical for protecting both animals and handlers. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, Shaun Haney speaks with... Read More

In the latest episode of Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney is joined by Nicole Sherman, health and safety consultant with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS), for a timely discussion on staying grounded in an increasingly unpredictable farming environment. With tariffs, volatile markets, and planting season looming, stress levels are high — and that... Read More

The latest episode of the Farm Safety Roundup podcast, hosted by Shaun Haney, dives into the risks and precautions associated with material handling on farms. Joined by Kristin Hoffman, a Health and Safety Consultant with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS), the episode underscores the importance of proactive safety measures to prevent injuries. "Unfortunately, agriculture... Read More

In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney is joined by Ryan Dick, Health and Safety Consultant from Workplace Safety and Prevention Services, to discuss a critical topic: grain entrapment. This hidden hazard is ever-present in the grain industry and poses a high risk to anyone working in or around grain bins.... Read More

The Farm Safety Roundup returns with more advice on how to keep you, your farm, and your workers safe. In this episode, host Shaun Haney is joined by Jay Remsik, a health and safety consultant from Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS). With harvest season in full swing across Canada, safety is critical as farms... Read More

As the mercury rises and the growing season kicks into high gear, it's time to dive into another hot topic in farm safety — literally. High heat, humidity, and direct sun are key to crop production, but can be potentially deadly to farmers and farm workers. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup podcast,... Read More

Farms are workplaces where interaction with several classes of chemicals is inevitable. Chemicals can enter the body in different ways: through inhalation, absorption, ingestion and injection, so it's important for farmers and farm workers to understand the risk associated with each type of chemical and how to avoid exposure whenever possible. For this episode of... Read More

Agriculture is one of the most hazardous industries, with heavy machinery often being the culprit behind farm-related injuries and fatalities. Collisions and roll-overs are a major concern, but so too are machine entanglements. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney is joined by Michael Wilson, a senior health and safety consultant... Read More

As Canadian Agricultural Safety Week concludes, the conversation around farm safety continues to be paramount. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, hosted by Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture, Ryan Dick of Workplace Safety and Prevention Services sheds light on the crucial role of safety in agriculture. With a dual perspective as both a Health... Read More

The labour gap in the farming sector is a pressing issue, and with the physically demanding and seasonal nature of farm work, finding suitable workers is an annual struggle. In this latest episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, Shaun Haney is joined by Jay Remsik, a health and safety consultant at Workplace Safety and Prevention... Read More

Agriculture, with its demanding nature, often requires individuals to be physically and mentally prepared for challenging situations. Farmers spend most of their days tending to crops or livestock, but don't always commit time to caring for their own well-being. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, Shaun Haney covers this critical topic in conversation... Read More

Farm safety isn't just about responding to emergencies; it's about developing proactive, preventative measures and a robust plan for everyday occurrences. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, Shaun Haney is joined by Workplace Safety & Prevention Services Health & Safety consultant Ryan Dick to shed light on critical steps to developing an effective... Read More

In farming, there are plenty of easily identifiable hazards: running PTOs, heavy equipment, an ornery cow. But some very deadly risks are invisible, as is the case with hazardous atmospheres — such as carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulphide, and methane. In some situations, just one breath is enough to render someone unconscious, leaving them dependent on... Read More

The Farm Safety Roundup is a new podcast series designed to promote health and safety culture to farmers, their families, and their workforce by advancing the conversation on prevention as a powerful tool. In this series, you'll learn strategies to prevent illness and injury, as well as be connected to resources to keep workers safe.... Read More