work activity factors
what do the typically work hours look like
It is a variety not a set schedule
what makes farms feel bad on the farm
The heat
what are task good for 12-13 year olds
hand raking and digging, limited power tools with adult supervision.
what is not safe to wear
lose clothing, your hair down and jewelry
what is the biggest hazard when working with large animals
you could be pinned against a fence or wall
can you take vacations
Not really every blue moon
about how many kids are hurt a day
33
what are good task for teens
driving a tractor and using powertools
when should you never operate mechanical equipment
under the influence of anything
what can large animals do to hurt you
they could kick you step on you or bite you
what is the labor demand of working on a farm
You need a few people if more than ten then you have to be extra safe
how many youth between 10-15 have been hurt
5376
what causes deaths in most teens
Animals injuries and tractor crashes
what should new workers always get
appropriate training
what are signs of aggression with large animals
pinned back ears or raised, raised tail or hair on the back, bared teeth, pawing at the ground, snorting and aggressive fast forward movement.
Is it okay to have kids on the farm
You can just have to be super safe
How many youth have been hurt approximately
11,942
what causes deaths in 12-13 year olds
head and spin injuries from vehicle crashes
why are shears and cutting edges not safe
you could be cutting and accidentally put your finger too close to the cutter
how can you calm the aggression down
slow movements, sweet talk and low stress areas
What type of weather can you work in?
You have to work in all types of weather
what hurts people the most on farms.
Tractors and heavy equipment
what kills most 14-15 year olds
amputation from most power tools or mechanical work
how old should you be to operate heavy equipment
18 years old
what clothes should you wear around your animals
steal toe boots, non-skid soles, leather gloves, hearing protection