Safety Equipment And Training
Here you will find several photographs taken at dealerships around the country that illustrate a thorough understanding of dealership security and safety.
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"An emergency drill with all employees is conducted annually. It is a staged accident that requires all employee participation." — Peter Allen, location manager, Crop Production Services, Pantego, NC
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"The South Beaver Dam emergency response plan is prominently displayed in the main office with a 9-1-1 alert horn." — David Cramer, president/CEO, United Cooperative, South Beaver Dam, WI
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"Fire hydrants are located at the front entrance and adjacent to the tank farm." — Rod Merrigan, Magic Valley manager, Land View, Murtaugh, ID
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"We have fire extinguishers at the front entrance of the chemical building with water hosing for rinsing." — Tim Tyree, owner, Tyree Ag, Kinsley, KS
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"We review our Emergency Plan annually with all the employees and supply copies to the local emergency responders." — Steve Mossbarger, facility manager, Crop Production Services, Washington Court House, OH
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"Each month, a topic is selected and covered in details. Examples include tank mixing order, shop safety, current and new products and equipment technology and maintenance." — Jamie Wetzel, Shawano location manager, AgVentures, LLC, Shawano, WI
An important component of security and safety at any retail facility involves the proper safety equipment and adequate employee training. This month, CropLife® magazine and its sponsorship partners shine the spotlight on retailers that excel in these practices, with an emphasis on the equipment and types of training that are typically needed. Here you will find several photographs taken at dealerships around the country that illustrate a thorough understanding of dealership security and safety. Tied to these pictures are some brief quotes from ag retailers that are leaders in the fields of security and safety.
Please share your safety and security stories with us. You can do this by e-mailing [email protected] or calling 440-942-2000, ext. 114.
