Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety

Agricultural and outdoor workers face serious safety risks every summer, and preparation makes all the difference. ☀️

We've put together three practical reminders for workers and employers heading into peak season. Swipe through and share with the teams and communities you serve.

Mark your calendar! On Thursday, July 23 at 1 PM EDT, join SCCAHS for a free webinar: "Preparing Farmworker Communities for Hurricane Season" with Dr. Marysel Pagán Santana, Director of Environmental & Occupational Health at the Migrant Clinicians Network (MCN).

Agricultural workers and their families face unique and often heightened risks during hurricanes and strong storms, including hazardous working conditions and unstable housing to disruptions in income and access to care. These challenges can lead to serious injuries, economic hardship, and long-term impacts on health and safety.

Register at https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Uqi_CL1XRuufDzJdQDE58Q #/registration.

June is National Safety Month! 🦺☀️

Visit our website for resources to help keep you and your agricultural workers safe.
https://www.sccahs.org/our-resources/heat-stress/heat-related-illness/

Mark your calendar. On Thursday, May 21 at 10 AM EDT, join SCCAHS for a free webinar: "The Invisible Toll: Trauma and Stress in Worker and Employer Wellness" with Dr. Martie Gillen, Professor and State Extension Specialist, UF/IFAS.

Agricultural work carries unique pressures, economic uncertainty, long hours, isolation, and physical demands, that can weigh on workers and employers alike. This session offers practical, trauma-informed approaches that support safer, more stable, and more effective workplaces.

Register at https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9V8JfcnSSeOdGjMcl0sSCg.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in agriculture, mental health is closely tied to the work we do every day. From long hours to unpredictable conditions, stress can build quickly, but having the right tools and support can make all the difference.

At SCCAHS, we're committed to supporting the full well-being of agricultural communities, because safety, preparedness, and health all go hand in hand. Explore resources designed with you in mind at https://www.sccahs.org/webinars/evidence-based-approaches-to-support-mental-health-in-agriculture-insights-from-floridas-mind-your-melon-farmer-wellbeing-survey-september-3-3-p-m-edt/.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in agriculture, mental health is closely tied to the work we do every day. From long hours to unpredictable conditions, stress can build quickly, but having the right tools and support can make all the difference.

At SCCAHS, we're committed to supporting the full well-being of agricultural communities, because safety, preparedness, and health all go hand in hand. Explore resources designed with you in mind: https://www.sccahs.org/

Preparedness is part of biosecurity. From hurricanes to disease outbreaks, having the right resources can make all the difference. EDEN provides tools to help agricultural communities prepare, respond, and recover.

Explore resources, templates, and real-time support: 🔗 https://loom.ly/-u_SMt0

Livestock shows are a proud tradition, but they also come with risk. When animals from different places come together, disease can spread quickly. Biosecurity helps keep events safe and successful.

Before, during, and after exhibitions:
✔️ Monitor animal health
✔️ Avoid sharing equipment
✔️ Clean and disinfect thoroughly

Healthy animals = successful shows. Get all the details at https://loom.ly/rAbHjPc.

How does the public view farm security, and why does it matter?

Join us for our upcoming webinar: Farm Security and National Resilience: Public Perceptions and Opportunities for Extension

📅 April 23 at 1 PM EDT
Learn how public perception shapes policy, preparedness, and the future of agriculture.

🔗 Register now: https://loom.ly/UJ4o0l0

In Florida, mosquitoes are more than a nuisance, they’re a health risk. Diseases like West Nile virus and dengue can impact people, livestock, and communities. Prevention starts at home and on the farm.

✔️ Dump standing water
✔️ Use repellent
✔️ Protect your space

Small steps make a big impact when it comes to biosecurity. Learn how you can Prevent & Protect at https://loom.ly/TqhWn-Q.