Farm Safety Roundup, Ep 5: Keeping Temporary Workers and Temporary Foreign Workers Safe

There is no shortage of work to do on Canadian farms but there is a shortage of workers to do it. Ongoing labour shortages and seasonal demand mean more farm operators are relying on temporary foreign workers and workers from temporary help agencies.

In the 5th installment of the Farm Safety Roundup, Jay R

emsik joins Real Ag’s Shaun Haney to explore the health and safety challenges and employer responsibilities associated with keeping temporary workers safe.

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What resources should employers prepare before bringing temporary workers in the workplace?