Lesson 2: Agricultural Incidents – Injuries
Learning Outcomes
Agriculture consistently ranks among the most hazardous occupations. Fire and EMS need to be aware that responding to incidents on farms/ranches demands different protocols than incidents in urban or industrial settings. Knowing the rates and severity helps you anticipate the potential scale and complexity of emergencies.
After completing Lesson 2, you will be able to do the following:
- Compare the rates and severity of agricultural injuries and fatalities with those of other occupations.
- Identify which populations are most likely to be injured in agriculture.
- Describe the broader socioeconomic impact of farm injuries and fatalities.
- List three common agents of injury present on agricultural operations.
Agricultural Incidents: An Overview
Slide Presentation: Select the arrow button below to view each slide. This presentation discusses the high risk of agricultural incidents. Which statistics surprised you?
Ungraded Knowledge Check: Select the correct answer in the multiple choice question below.
Agricultural Incidents are Costly
Ungraded Knowledge Check: Select the correct answer in the multiple choice question below.
Directions: Watch the video by pressing the play button. Let’s listen to Dave Hill as he discusses the declining familiarity with agricultural operations among emergency responders.
Agricultural Hazards for First Responders
Slide Presentation: Select the arrow button below to view each slide. These presentations focus on agricultural hazards for first responders. As you read about agricultural hazards in each slide presentation, think about what are some of the common hazards encountered on farms and ranches in your area.
Directions: Watch the video by pressing the play button. Let’s listen to Dave Hill as he emphasizes the importance of informing your fire and EMS colleagues about the reality of agricultural incidents occurring on farms and ranches..
Ungraded Knowledge Check: Select the correct answer in the multiple choice question below.
The types of injuries seen in agriculture often differ significantly from other occupations. Entanglements in machinery, falls from heights (silos, ladders), chemical exposures (pesticides, fertilizers), and injuries involving large animals are more common. When teaching others about farm/ranch injuries, emphasize that knowing the specific hazards present on farms/ranches helps first responders protect themselves and others.
In Lesson 3, you will learn about emergency response.