Free Farmer Safety Training Courses To Be Held In Polk County

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Farmers and farm workers are invited to participate in a farmer safety training taught by the NC Agromedicine Institute Tuesday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Dining Hall at the 4-H Center in Columbus.

The training is set to cover scene safety, response to traumatic injury, response to medical emergencies, and other farm safety topics. It is hosted by the Office of Agricultural Economic Development, Polk County Farm Bureau, AmeriCorps Project Conserve, and Polk County Cooperative Extension.

All participants will receive a free first aid kit, fire extinguisher, and a light lunch provided by Manna Cabana Catering will be served at 12 p.m.

If you are interested in participating in this training or need more information, contact Ansley Roberts at Ansley@polkcountyfarms.org or 936-894-2281 to reserve your space.

Grace Baldwin
Grace Baldwin
(Bethany) Grace Baldwin has an Associate Degree in Journalism from Angelina College and is working on a double major of English and Journalism at Stephen F. Austin State University. She thoroughly enjoys reading, writing, and has an indelible passion for words.

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