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Compliance with National Fire Protection codes (NFPA) and standards is voluntary. However, if the Nova Scotia Occupational Safety and Health Act & Regulations make reference to them, then complying with the standards is mandatory. For example, the Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety General Regulations references the fire protection codes in Part 4: Ventilation, Lighting, … Continued

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) Conference is being held virtually this year with a series four interactive and engaging sessions over a period of four weeks.   The theme of this years conference is “Lead an AgSafe Canada” Session 2 Description: Description: This session will highlight some of the successes and resources available, including the … Continued

Presented by the PEI Federation of Agriculture Presenter: Kim Hyndman-Moffat, Crisis Counselor, Canadian Suicide Prevention Support Services Intended Audience: Farmer, ag workers, ag business employees, Safety professionals, educators, and students. Farming is one of the most stressful professions available today. Fluctuating markets, unpredictable weather and demanding societal wants are causing increasing Mental Health concerns. Building a … Continued

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) Conference is being held virtually this year with a series four interactive and engaging sessions over a period of four weeks.   The theme of this years conference is “Lead an AgSafe Canada” Session 3 Description: Description: Farming is a labor-intensive industry where livelihoods are inextricably linked to factors beyond … Continued

This is your opportunity to meet with the Farm Safety Advisor with Farm Safety Nova Scotia to answer your questions in relation to safety on the farm. Ask questions about Occupational Health and Safety Legislation, about your current farm safety plan or about developing a farm safety plan, request a best practice or information in … Continued

Presented by the PEI Federation of Agriculture Presenter: Shawn Foubert, Registered Massage Therapist Intended Audience: Farmer, ag workers, ag business employees, Safety professionals, educators, and students. Farming and stress seem to go hand in hand, and it is common for farmers to adopt a stoic “Git’er done” attitude and power through the aches and pains this … Continued

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) Conference is being held virtually this year with a series four interactive and engaging sessions over a period of four weeks.   The theme of this years conference is “Lead an AgSafe Canada” Session 4 Description: Description: Learn how to effectively report on-farm incidents and safety protocols. Gain an understanding … Continued

Presented by the PEI Federation of Agriculture Presenter: Farmer Tim, Dairy Farmer and AGvocate Intended Audience: Farmer, ag workers, ag business employees, Safety professionals, educators, and students. Farming can be described in romantic terms by those who do not work on them. While families today will admit it is a one of a kind way … Continued

This is your opportunity to meet with the Farm Safety Advisor with Farm Safety Nova Scotia to answer your questions in relation to safety on the farm. Ask questions about Occupational Health and Safety Legislation, about your current farm safety plan or about developing a farm safety plan, request a best practice or information in … Continued

Description: It is no secret - women are playing an increased role in production agriculture. They account for about one-third of the management, ownership and work on farms, ranches and in crop production. A major challenge continues to be access to protective equipment that meets the ergonomic needs of women. This program is intended to … Continued

Farm Safety Nova Scotia will be holding its Annual Meeting Friday, December 4, 2020. The meeting will be held virtually! Click here for a draft agenda. 1:00pm - Mental Health Campaign Launch 1:30pm - Keynote Speaker Mental Fitness 101: Foundational Elements to Building a Mental Fitness Plan Have you ever thought about your mental fitness? … Continued

Have you ever thought about your mental fitness? Like your physical fitness, which is impacted by a few factors including, how well you eat, sleep and exercise. Your mental fitness is significantly impacted by your habits and routines and without intentional focus specifically in times of uncertainty you can begin to experience adverse effects.  In … Continued