Agriculture is a dangerous profession with an aging population, combining age-related changes in physical and cognitive abilities with complex tasks performed under hazardous conditions. There are three general approaches to reducing injuries: designing for safety, providing positive reinforcement in prevention programs, and making safety a family affair.
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