Free afternoon of fun, hands-on activities for kids to equip children to make farm and rural life safer
Agricultural injuries are an important rural health issue. In an average year, Canada mourns the loss of over 60 adults and children due to agricultural fatalities. Canada’s agricultural sector is one of the most hazardous industries in which to work. (Source: https://casa-acsa.ca/en/about/who-we-are/)
In an average year, Canada mourns the loss of over 60 adults and children due to agricultural fatalities. Canada’s agricultural sector is one of the most hazardous industries in which to work.
Studies suggest that children aged 10 to 14 are at greatest risk for farm-related injuries – this is the very age when children are most likely to get pushed beyond their developmental ability!
While deaths on farms or related to farming practices have dropped by an average of 1.4 percent annually from 2011 to 2020, the numbers remain distressingly high. There were 624 agriculture-related deaths in Canada over the past decade. Of particular concern are two demographic groups: children aged one to four and seniors aged 70 to 79. There were 26 deaths among young children and 124 among the elderly. https://www.thesafetymag.com/ca/topics/energy-and-resources/children-and-seniors-highly-represented-in-farming-deaths/466374
Stats from https://casa-acsa.ca/en/cair/:
- 624 agriculture-related fatalities in Canada from 2011 to 2020
- 62 people died on average per year
- 54% of fatalities were related to machinery
- 58% of those killed were farm owners/operators
- 11% were their children
EVENT DETAILS
Community Progressive Agriculture Safety Day®
An afternoon of fun, hands-on activities for kids to equip children and their communities to make farm and rural life safer and healthier for all! Free event. Brought to you by Agriculture in the Classroom NB, Farm Talk Care, and the Progressive Agriculture Foundation. www.aitc-aec-nb.ca | www.farmtalkcare.ca | www.progressiveag.org
Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, 12:30 – 4 p.m.
Woodstock, NB – Old Home Week Exhibition Buildings
103 Connell Park Road Woodstock, NB E7M 1M5
Register Today
Register online here: http://bit.ly/3VPrBGa to reserve your space!
Or register by phone or email at (506) 260-5377 or talkparle@fermenbfarm.ca.
Join in on a fun-filled afternoon of learning for children and their families! Progressive Agriculture Safety Day® (PAF Safety Day) is the biggest rural safety and health education program for kids in North America. It offers fun, hands-on educational activities tailored to children aged 4 to 13. Teens and families are also welcome to join in! The goal is to equip children and their communities with the knowledge, skills, and resources to ensure that farm and rural life are safe and healthy for everyone.
Topics for the demonstrations and activities include:
- Animal Handling Safety
- ATV Safety
- Chemical Safety
- Mental Well-being
- Farm Equipment Safety
- First Aid
- Sun Safety
- Water Safety
This safety day includes snacks, a T-shirt, and a take-home “goody” bag while supplies last! There is no cost to attendees!
Questions?
Contact us at (506) 260-5377 or email talkparle@fermenbfarm.ca.
