Health and safety in agriculture isn’t just about compliance — it’s about protecting the people who make the work possible and safeguarding the capital invested in your animals, equipment, and land. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney connects with Kristin Hoffman, farmer and senior sector specialist with Workplace Safety &... Read More

Farmers live by the weather, but severe conditions are stacking up more frequently when the work cannot wait. In the last decade alone, insured losses from catastrophic weather events and wildfires in Canada have almost tripled to $37 billion. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney is joined by Ryan Dick,... Read More

Protecting young people on the farm starts with recognizing a simple truth: farms are both a workplace and a home. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney speaks with Drew Spoelstra of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and Chad Roberts of Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS) about building a stronger... Read More

Noise is an unavoidable part of everyday life on the farm, but it’s also a hazard that can permanently damage hearing, increase safety risks, and impact overall quality of life. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, RealAgriculture’s Shaun Haney sits down with Scott McLachlin, specialized consultant and occupational hygienist with Workplace Safety &... Read More

Grain handling is essential—but hazardous—work. On this episode of Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney digs into grain safety blitzes with Bruce Christianson of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and Jay Remsik of Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS). Together, they break down what these inspections mean for federally regulated grain operations and how... Read More

As combines roll and grain carts hit the roads this harvest, rural highways and concession roads become some of the most dangerous places in the country. In fact, 70 percent of speeding-related fatalities happen on rural roads, and farm machinery is nearly five times more likely to be involved in a fatal collision than other... Read More

Large animal handling remains one of the most hazardous aspects of livestock farming, with unpredictable animal behaviour, high-stress situations, and physical strength creating the potential for serious injuries. From vaccinations to transport, planning and preparation are critical for protecting both animals and handlers. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, Shaun Haney speaks with... Read More

In the latest episode of Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney is joined by Nicole Sherman, health and safety consultant with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS), for a timely discussion on staying grounded in an increasingly unpredictable farming environment. With tariffs, volatile markets, and planting season looming, stress levels are high — and that... Read More

The latest episode of the Farm Safety Roundup podcast, hosted by Shaun Haney, dives into the risks and precautions associated with material handling on farms. Joined by Kristin Hoffman, a Health and Safety Consultant with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS), the episode underscores the importance of proactive safety measures to prevent injuries. "Unfortunately, agriculture... Read More

In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney is joined by Ryan Dick, Health and Safety Consultant from Workplace Safety and Prevention Services, to discuss a critical topic: grain entrapment. This hidden hazard is ever-present in the grain industry and poses a high risk to anyone working in or around grain bins.... Read More