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Agricultural Health and Safety
The promotion of a safe and healthy environment to support the physical and mental well-being among humans engaged in agricultural activities.
Related Topics: Children, Safety
Publications
Floridians’ Perceptions of Heat-Related Illnesses (HRI)
Ashley McLeod-Morin, Astrid Ericson, Karlibeth Leitheiser, Angela B. Lindsey, Lisa Lundy, Ricky Telg, andTracy Irani
This publication describes Florida residents’ perceptions of heat-related illnesses (HRI), their perceived knowledge about HRI, and trusted sources when seeking information about HRI. This resource was developed to help Extension faculty better understand how Florida residents think about rising temperatures and HRI so they can better support their clientele through education and communication. Written by Ashley McLeod-Morin, Astrid Ericson, Karlibeth Leitheiser, Angela B. Lindsey, Lisa Lundy, Ricky Telg, and Tracy Irani, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2026.
The Florida Handbook of Solid and Hazardous Waste Regulation: Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
Michael T. Olexa and Christopher Hill
Circular 1139, a multi-part handbook by Michael T. Olexa and Ian Goldfarb, helps Floridians recognize which agricultural and household activities may involve solid and hazardous wastes. It also provides an introduction to the agencies and statutes that govern solid and hazardous waste disposal. Published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, December 2013.
Roadway Safety: Logging Truck-Related Crashes in Florida
Serap Gorucu, Madison Moore, andNikolay Bliznyuk
This report summarizes logging truck-related crashes in Florida. It discusses crash characteristics, vehicles, traffic violations, injuries, key findings, and recommendations for safety. Written by Serap Gorucu, Madison Moore, and Nikolay Bliznyuk, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, February 2024.