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The Andersons Fined $292K in Fatal Accident

OSHA: Safety violations led to deaths last July of two men

October 1, 2020

Schenck Process to rebrand as Qlar

CHS to acquire eight grain assets from Cargill

Fire ignites at historic Fort Worth, Texas, grain elevator

The fire generated significant smoke but no injuries, has heightened attention to the building's safety issues.

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Brand Insights

Setting the Agricultural Industry in Motion

SEW-EURODRIVE, Inc.

Learn about the more commonly used drive solutions from SEW-EURODRIVE for the agriculture industry that help keep the most demanding processes up and running without missing a beat. Brand Insights from SEW-EURODRIVE.

Setting the Agricultural Industry in Motion

Webinar highlights significance of electric code regulations

Knobelsdorff (KE)

Delves into how electrical maintenance programs improve worker safety and reduce downtime.

Electric Wiring

Fire at soybean plant draws extensive firefighting efforts

The cause of the blaze, generating widespread thick smoke, remains undetermined.

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Fire destroys historic Stonega grain elevator in Iowa

Despite the efforts of multiple fire departments, the fire, exacerbated by strong winds, resulted in the destruction of the facility.

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No injuries reported after Kansas grain elevator explosion

The explosion was confined to the elevator's internal structures, caused no external damage or injuries.

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Deep Run, NC, grain mill resumes operations after fire

The grain mill promptly resumed business, thanks to the efficient response from local volunteer fire departments.

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Regulatory Updates

DOL finalizes rule on representation during OSHA inspections

The final rule establishes clear guidelines for employee and non-employee representatives during OSHA workplace inspections.

Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week kicks-off on March 25

The Corn Palace hosts the national kick-off for Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week, aiming to reduce hazards and improve safety in the grain industry.

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Mid-Iowa Cooperative elevator explosion leads to bin collapse

Emergency services respond to the collapse in Green Mountain, Iowa, that disrupted utilities but lead to no injuries.

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55 years of Feed & Grain: Safety progress

A look at the significantly different safety environment for grain handling facilities in 1969.

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Fire at Smithfield feed mill in Bladenboro, North Carolina

Emergency crews managed to control the fire without any injuries, and the company and local authorities are investigating the cause.

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Grain Dust Explosion and Fire Prevention

No increase in dust explosions in grain handling facilities last year

With nine incidents mirroring the previous year's count, grain dust explosions continue to pose a safety concern.

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