AgriSafe
| AgriSafe is an agricultural clinic, part of a national organization, that specializes in the occupational health and safety needs of farmers, farm families and agribusiness. Many agricultural injuries, diseases, and fatalities can be prevented through the delivery of agricultural occupational health services. Farming is an ambitious occupation and rewarding lifestyle. Every day farmers and their families encounter health and safety exposures unique to the agricultural environment. Farming continues to be among the top two most dangerous industries. |
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Clinical Services
The AgriSafe clinic provides the following preventative health services and educational programs:
- Hearing Screening
- Lung Function Screening
- Blood Pressure Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Skin Assessment for Sun Damage
- Cholinesterase
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Selection, Fitting and Sales (all at reasonable prices):
- Respiratory Masks
- Safety Eyewear
- Safety Goggles
- Ear Plugs
- First Aid Kits
- Tyvex Aprons and Coveralls
- Gloves
- A Variety of Sun Safe Hats
- Product Brochure
The AgriSafe Clinic has been created to offer preventative health and safety services specifically for the agricultural worker. Our clinic is operated by providers that are specially trained in meeting the health and safety of agricultural workers.
Resources for Farm Families
- New Dimension in Livestock Risk
Information & resources for beef, dairy, pork and poultry producer - are you a livestock farmer who is feeling the strain of rising feed costs and other inputs? The unpredictable nature of the livestock markets also adds tension to the situation. How will you protect yourself? What if this downturn lasts longer than anticipated? Don’t miss out on this one-day conference on July 7, 2008 at the Scheman Building on the Iowa State University Campus. The Farm Bureau sponsored program offers general and breakout sessions with speakers such as Dave Miller, John Roach, Dr. John Lawrence, and Jolene Brown. Register by June 30 for Free admission or pay $25 at- the- door. For information or to register go to www.iowafarmbureau.com
- Iowa Concern Hotline
800-447-1985
www.extension.iastate.edu/iowaconcern
Available all hours, all days
Financial questions, legal issues, family transitions
- Sowing the Seeds of Hope
Vouchers available through Iowa Concern Hotline above or go to www.agriwellness.org
Provides up to five free visits to speak with a professional counselor in a nearby local agency who can assist with marital or family conflict, crisis, financial stress, grief and so forth.
- Bets Off
800-238-7633
www.1800betsoff.org
Available all hours, all days
Bets Off is the hotline of the Iowa Gambling Treatment program. Gambling concerns for yourself and others.
- Beginning Famer Center
877-232-1999
www.extension.iastate.edu/bfc
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Resources to help the next generation of farmers.
- Iowa Mediation Service
Opposing parties can resolve problems through preparation, negotiation, and mediation. Services avail for the farmer, creditor, neighbor, partner, husband, wife, parent, child, consumer merchant, agency, and producer.
- Spencer AgriSafe Office
110 W. 4th St. Suite 205
Spencer, IA 51301
712-262-7007
Contact Information
Agrisafe of Floyd Valley Hospital
P. O. Box 10
Le Mars, IA 51031
1-712-546-3450 or 1-800-642-6074 x450
agrisafe@floydvalleyhospital.org
