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Sihan Li1, Guy Roger Aby1, Robert Aherin1
1Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA.
Journal of Agricultural Safety and Health
|April 29, 2025
Summary
Fatal farm incidents in Illinois decreased from 1999-2019, with tractors and roadway events being leading causes. Older farmers (65+) faced the highest fatality risk, particularly from tractor rollovers.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Safety
- Occupational Health
- Injury Epidemiology
Background:
- Farm work presents significant occupational hazards.
- Understanding injury trends is crucial for prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze fatal agricultural injury trends in Illinois from 1999 to 2019.
- To identify primary causes and demographic factors associated with farm fatalities.
Main Methods:
- Data collected from a newspaper clipping service for fatal farm injuries in Illinois.
- Analysis by incident type (e.g., tractor, roadway, confined space) and victim age.
- Calculation of yearly averages and five-year moving averages for trend analysis.
Main Results:
- 510 fatal agricultural incidents occurred in Illinois between 1999 and 2019.
- Tractor-related incidents (42%) and roadway-related incidents (16%) were the leading causes of fatalities.
- Farmers aged 65 and older accounted for the highest proportion of deaths, with tractor overturns being the most common tractor-related incident.
Conclusions:
- While overall farm fatalities have declined, tractor-related incidents remain a consistent and significant cause of death.
- Targeted outreach and research are needed to address specific risks, especially for older farmers and tractor-related incidents.
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