Farm Safety Nova Scotia enjoys engaging with our farmers, industry partners and the community to find ways we can work together to enhance the health and safety of our sector. Learn more about events taking place in your area!
Join Lori Brookhouse, Farm Safety Advisor, in this webinar to learn the requirements on when to have a health and safety representative or health and safety committee on your Farm. There will be a short presentation with ample opportunity to ask your farm specific questions. Wednesday August 12 from 7-8pm. Click here to register!
Safety Services Nova Scotia, Dartmouth Employers are required under the Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act to provide training to all persons operating forklift equipment. This course focuses on safe practices and procedures for operating forklifts. It is a comprehensive classroom program suitable for both experienced and novice operators. During the training participants will … 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
Safety Services Nova Scotia, Dartmouth The goal of this course is to ensure students know why it is important to have a fall protection procedure in place. This course engages students with a mix of instructor presentations, class discussion and practical demonstrations using fall arrest equipment. COURSE OUTLINE: Falling Hazards from Heights Internal Responsibility System Regulatory … 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
This free and informative hour-long webinar introduces livestock producers and association staff to the general stages of a serious animal disease event and the animal health emergency management resources that will help you understand, prepare for, and respond to a major emergency event. The webinar is designed to heighten awareness and proactive action at the … Continued
Safety Services Nova Scotia, Dartmouth The participants will learn about the hazards of working in confined spaces, and the protective measures and equipment that help ensure a safer working environment. Course Outline: Hazards Atmospheres Controls Ventilation Legislation Responsibilities Entry permits Rescue The Confined Space Entry Awareness courses expire two (2) years from date of completion. … 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
Safety Services Nova Scotia, Dartmouth Employers are required under the Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act to provide training to all persons operating forklift equipment. This course focuses on safe practices and procedures for operating forklifts. It is a comprehensive classroom program suitable for both experienced and novice operators. During the training participants will … Continued
Tractors and machinery have traditionally been a leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries on and around farms and ranches. The Planting the Seeds of Tractor and Machinery Safety webinar will cover the basic hazards associated with agricultural tractors and machinery and how to prevent injuries from these hazards. Learning objectives: 1. Participants will understand … Continued
Agriculture work sites, shared worker housing, and shared worker transportation vehicles present unique challenges for preventing and controlling the spread of COVID-19. Consistent application of specific preparation, prevention, and management measures can help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19. Best practices in COVID-19 testing and contact training will be shared to help agricultural producers identify … Continued
This session is a panel presentation that communicates a forward vision of agricultural mental health. The presenters will explore the development of a farmer specific hotline, the efforts of a state department of agriculture, and unique examples that coalesce around a central objective-to meet the mental health needs of agricultural producers and their families. Hopefully, … Continued
