When he attempted to remove his entrapped arm from the baler, the other arm became entangled. He lost one arm completely and now wears a prosthesis for the other. Be prepared for emergencies. Learn first aid and keep emergency numbers at every telephone. For any type of pesticide, read the label and follow instructions.
Farmers are most vulnerable to injury when they are tired, hurried, or complacent about safety.
Tractors and machinery are the principal causes of farm injuries. However, in some counties, livestock cause more injuries than machinery. Never allow riders especially children on farm machinery. The farm is not a playground. Warn children of hazards around machinery, barns, pens and feedlots.