Illinois Highlighting National Farm Safety And Health Week
September 19, 2022 11:58AM CDT

(AP Photo/Seth Perlman, File)
Illinois is highlighting National Farm Safety and Health Week. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the agriculture sector is one of the most dangerous in America. Each year the farming profession sees over 500 deaths nationwide. Most farm worker injuries and deaths are caused by tractor overturns.