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Getting back to basics for a safer new year

Runovers and rollovers are a leading cause of on-farm deaths

As we dive into the New Year, let’s keep it simple. Instead of setting big goals, how about we focus on doing everyday tasks right and safe? Take, for example, operating tractors — something pretty common on the farm. Tractors are the MVPs of farming. From field work to feeding the livestock to cleaning snow, […] Read more

A new face, and new faces, for CASA

A new face, and new faces, for CASA

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA), which promotes safety and well-being in Canada’s agricultural sector, unveiled a fresh new look and announced the results of board elections during its recent annual general meeting. Two newly elected board members will play crucial roles in advancing the organization’s mission: CASA is pleased to welcome Shelley Kirychuk of […] Read more





“Our advice would be to start from a position of research. Start with data and anecdotal information to understand where unique problems may be in your area.” – Mark Araujo.

Collaboration on rural road safety in Ontario provides insights for Prairies

It’s often said that real change can happen when communities come together. And in the Waterloo region of Ontario, that premise became the foundation for a safety collaboration group that is bringing attention to local rural road issues. In 2019, members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service, the Workplace Safety and Prevention Services and the […] Read more



Ignoring fatigue is a slippery slope

Ignoring fatigue is a slippery slope

We often hear farmers say, “I’ll sleep when the busy season is over.” But that outlook, even if intended jokingly, is a slippery slope for health and safety considerations. While it’s no secret that long and tiring days go hand in hand with farming, that doesn’t mean becoming complacent about the implications of working while […] Read more



While the overall decrease in farm fatality rates is promising, it comes with a catch. The decline is because the number of farmers in Canada has significantly dropped.

New data highlights need for culture of safety on the farm

A new report is helping highlight the need to embrace a culture of safety in agriculture. Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting (CAIR) released its latest report with data on agriculture-related fatalities between 1990 and 2020, with particular focus on 2011 to 2020. CAIR is a national surveillance program funded by the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association and […] Read more

CASA celebrates Ag Safety Week: Safety is Our Promise

CASA celebrates Ag Safety Week: Safety is Our Promise

This Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW), farmers, farm families, farm workers and farming communities are encouraged to show how they commit to #FarmSafetyEveryday. Taking place March 12-18, 2023, Canadian Agricultural Safety Week is an annual public initiative delivered by the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) to raise awareness about the importance of farm safety. This […] Read more