Worker Protection Standard-PORH

10/08/2026

Need help navigating the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) regulation? The Penn State Worker Protection Standard Specialist is here to support you.

Email [email protected] or message us—we’re glad to help you understand your responsibilities and achieve compliance.

10/07/2026

10/06/2026

🚜📱 Farm Safety Doesn't Have to Break the Bank
Technology that was once only available to large operations is now affordable for farms of all sizes. Simple upgrades can help prevent injuries, improve communication, save time, and make daily tasks easier.
Consider tools like:
✅ Back-up cameras for tractors and skid steers
✅ Quick-attach hitching systems
✅ Video surveillance for livestock and remote areas
✅ GPS tracking and communication devices for workers in the field
✅ Weather alert radios, safety apps, and wearable devices with fall detection and emergency alerts
Many of these technologies are available at surprisingly affordable prices and can provide significant safety and productivity benefits for your farm.
Read more in Penn State Extension's latest article:

Safety technologies that were once found only on large operations are now affordable for small and mid-sized farms. These technology upgrades can pay for themselves by increasing safety, reducing the risk of an injury, and saving time.

10/06/2026

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10/05/2026

How do we ensure that AI and autonomous equipment improve agriculture while protecting farmers and farm workers? 🤔🚜
The 2026 SAFER AG Workshop will explore critical issues surrounding agricultural robotics, AI, safety standards, workforce development, and responsible technology adoption. Join the conversation November 9-11, 2026, in Pittsburgh, PA.
✅ Registration is open now.
🔗 Learn more:

Safety for Emerging Robotics and Autonomous Agriculture (SAFER AG) Workshop November 9–11, 2026 | Pittsburgh, PA Hosted by the Robotics Factory, Carnegie Mellon University Registration Poster Session Workshop Agenda Questions? Contact Us Workshop Overview Autonomous agricultural systems have expan...

09/30/2026

Do you use pesticides on your field crops?
Do those pesticides have an Agricultural Use Statement?
If you answered yes, you must comply with the Worker Protection Standard (WPS).
Learn more about what WPS means for you and your operation:
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Do you use pesticides on your field crops? Do those pesticides have an Agricultural Use Statement? If you answered yes to these questions, you must comply with the Worker Protection Standard (WPS).

09/29/2026

📢 Online Private Pesticide Applicator Short Course in Spanish

Looking for pesticide applicator training in Spanish? Penn State Extension is offering a Private Pesticide Applicator Short Course in Spanish on November 3-4, 2026, taught by native Spanish-speaking instructors from Penn State, West Virginia University, and Cornell.

✅ Live online training via Zoom
✅ Practice exam sessions included
✅ Free Penn State Core Pesticide Manual (English) and Spanish study guide for all participants
✅ Excellent professional development opportunity for farm employees and those involved in pesticide application

⚠️ Enrollment is limited to 30 participants, so register early to secure a spot.

📅 Course Dates: November 3-4, 2026
🖥️ Location: Zoom
📝 Registration Deadline: October 25, 2026
📍 Certification Exam: February 16, 2027, Biglerville, PA

🔗 English Registration: https://extension.psu.edu/private-pesticide-applicator-short-course-in-spanish-language

🔗 Registro en Español: https://extension.psu.edu/curso-corto-privado-aplicador-de-pesticidas-en-idioma-espanol

09/28/2026

Farming can be stressful, and sometimes a simple conversation can save a life. 🌾💚
The QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Gatekeeper Training for Farming Communities teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of su***de, start a supportive conversation, and connect someone with professional help. This free training is designed specifically for agricultural communities and provides practical skills that can make a difference for family members, friends, neighbors, and coworkers.
Learn how to become a gatekeeper for su***de prevention and help strengthen the well-being of our farming communities.
👉 Register and learn more:

Build lifesaving skills to support farmers and agricultural communities. Learn to recognize su***de warning signs, start caring conversations, and connect someone to help with QPR.