RF-DASH Online Course

Curriculum

7 Sections
31 Lessons
Lifetime

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Module 0: Origin and Development of the RF-DASH Program
Module 0 provides an overview of the origins and evolution of the Rural Firefighters Delivering Agriculture Safety and Health (RF-DASH) program.
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Module 1: Introduction to Agricultural Emergencies
Module 1 raises awareness among emergency service personnel (fire, rescue, EMS, police) about the many hazards on farms.
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Module 2: Pre-planning and Mapping Farms
Module 2 discusses the importance of pre-planning and how to use pre-planning tools.
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Module 3: Farm Hazard Analysis with SaferFarm
Module 3 explains how to identify and assess farm hazards.
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Module 4: Farm First Aid
Module 4 describes how emergency responders can teach first aid to farm/ranch families, employees, and other stakeholders.
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Module 5: Approaching the Farm Community
Module 5 provides different avenues for emergency responders on how to approach farmers/ranchers about agricultural safety.
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Module 2: Summary

Understanding the unique nature of farms and ranches compared to commercial facilities is essential for effective emergency preparedness. Unlike commercial sites, agricultural operations are often less regulated, more variable, and present a broader range of hazards. This makes pre-planning not just beneficial but critical.

Through this training, you’ve explored the key benefits of pre-planning, including improved responder safety, faster and more effective incident response, and stronger collaboration with the agricultural community. Tools like Farm MAPPER make this process easier and more effective. By using this tool, you can visualize risks, plan responses, and train more effectively to save lives.

Your ability to apply these skills in the field will make a difference in how your department prepares for and responds to agricultural emergencies.

Module 2: Quiz

RF-DASH Online Course

Curriculum

Module 2: Summary

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