Agriculture is the most dangerous industry.
Each year unnecessary deaths and injuries affect farmers and their families, farm employees, and rescuers. Emergency responders often lack knowledge of the nature of farm machinery, chemicals and farm structures. Some methods of rescue may actually increase the risk to the victim, as well as the rescue workers. Training and education in the methods of farm and rural rescue are essential for proper response and safety to the rescuer and patient. The system now includes an Instructor Training Program which is intended to develop into a localized Provider Training Program for the local responders.