205: Ensuring Grain Bin Safety For You During Harvest Season
October 9, 2023
Listen in as we explore the critical and often overlooked aspect of grain bin safety with our guest, Jack Volz. Jack, a firefighter with over 30 years of experience, offers valuable insights on grain bin safety, entrapment and grain spoilage. Learn about the potential dangers of grain bin crusting and why it's crucial to understand these risks, especially as harvest season continues. Don't miss out on this crucial conversation that can potentially save your life.
Episode 205 Highlights ✨
00:22 Meet Jack Volz from South Central Minnesota ß
02:48 Maximizing Profits, Ensuring Safety in Grain Handling
04:19 Grain Bin Safety During Harvest
05:40 Accident With Power Sweep Auger
08:17 Seek Help for Grain Entrapments
09:28 Why June and July are big months <<
10:01 The average-size bin being sold today <
12:01 Teaching Farmers Safe Grain Handling
13:37 What to do when you work alone?
17:07 Grain Bin Safety and Prevention Measures
20:55 Use the information out there!
22:48 Safety and Grain Problem Assistance? Find Jack!
24:44 Think about what's going to happen and get help!
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