Employees & Consultants
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Regulations mandate the inclusion of a health and safety communication board in every workplace; it must include seven specific elements.
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Contractor safety on your dairy
When undertaking projects, farm owners must comprehend and adhere to their responsibilities under OHSA to guarantee the safety of all workers involved and mitigate legal risks associated with potential violations or incidents.
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Protect your mental health on the farm
Farmers face demanding conditions that can influence mental health considerations, highlighting the importance of a psychologically safe workplace, adequate sleep, nutrition and exercise.
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Plugged combines and poor communication stop now
When things on the farm are busy, communication can break down; reflect on the emotions that block negotiation to prevent communication from plugging up.
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The importance of fire drills on the farm
The risk of a fire on your farm cannot be wholly eliminated, but with careful planning and practice, you can ensure – if the day ever comes – that the fire’s impact will be as small as possible.
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Lack of workforce development puts farms at a competitive disadvantage
Coaching and understanding employees' personal growth interests are two ways to start improving workforce development on your farm.
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Getting an excellent hire off to a great start
Effective onboarding and training can increase the likelihood that new hires will become successful and engaged employees.
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Creating a team that works together to accomplish your goals
Intentional leadership and helping employees understand what is expected of them, why they must do things a certain way and where this job will take them in the future can assist in achieving the goals set for your dairy.
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Choosing the best employees to work with calves: It’s not for everyone
Not all employees, even good ones, are right for the calf program. Carefully evaluate new employees and current ones to see if they’re the right fit and possess the skillset needed for proper calf care.
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Large herds and robotics: How to manage your teams to support this change
An overview of the various employee roles that exist in a large robotic facility and suggested attributes to consider when hiring for these positions.
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