Agricultural health and safety
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Date
2024
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Publisher
Elsevier Inc
Abstract
Employing over a third of the global workforce, agriculture remains a pivotal yet inherently risky sector. In many regions,
family farms expose individuals, including children, to diverse hazards. The physical nature of the work poses musculoskel-
etal and noise-induced hearing risks, while chemical agents like pesticides and toxins pose potentially even greater dangers.
Recognizing these evolving threats, this chapter outlines pertinent challenges and explores evidence-based approaches to
safeguard agricultural communities, paving the way for a safer and more sustainable future.
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Journal Article
Keywords
Agricultural health, Agricultural workers, Agriculture risks, Agriculture-related injuries, Disease prevention, Environmental exposure, Family of agriculture workers, Hearing impairment, Organic toxins, Pesticides, Repetitive motion, Stress, Youth health
Citation
https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-803678-5.00009-6.