People of all ages can be injured or killed in farm accidents, but probably the most painful statistics are those that deal with children. The National Safety Council reports that each year 300 children die, and at least 23,000 children suffer nonfatal injuries in farm accidents. Many others are permanently disabled.
Montana Farm Bureau is concerned with the safety of our children. Because of this concern, the "ABC on the Farm" safety program for children in second and fifth grades has been implemented.
This program benefits school children whether or not they live on a farm. Many city kids frequently visit farms, so they too need to be away for the many dangers that are found there. Students receive take home materials including safety decals, an activity book, and many handouts that will be interesting to the kids and informative for their parents.
Contact InformationTo schedule a program in your area contact - Diana Alkire, Montana Farm Bureau Federation,
dianaa@mfbf.org (406) 587-3153.
ActivitiesVolunteer leaders within Montana Farm Bureau's Health and Safety Committee conduct the ABC's of Farm Safety programs within their community each spring. They also display farm safety information at county fairs throughout the summer.
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