Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety

WCAHS promotes health and safety in agriculture via research and outreach in CA, AZ, NV & HI. Sponsored by @NIOSH/@CDCgov. Located at @UCDavis.

[Richard Corsi, PhD, PE (Texas) @CorsIAQ]

Look what was raffled off at the Comite Civico del Valle 13th Annual Imperial Valley Environmental Health Leadership Summit held in El Centro!

#CorsiRosenthalBox #CRBox #IAQ #IndoorAir

Thanks to @HRiden_UCD for the image.

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

@CALaborSec @CALaborAgency It was a great day learning from so many people who care about farmworkers and their well-being! We are thankful for the funding!

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

https://t.co/CpZ1Iq1l7G

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

WCAHS wishes a sincere congratulations to Dr. Kent Pinkerton on his retirement. Read more: https://t.co/VAPbUZjI51

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

The Heat Illness Prevention in Indoor Places of Employment standard is now in effect. #heatillness #CalOSHA
https://t.co/lsuOw5vWNu

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

@BeamerPaloma @MFurlongPhD @UAZ_SWEHSC Looking forward to reading it!

[Heather Riden @HRiden_UCD]

Funding opportunity: @AgHealthUCD is accepting applications for pilot research projects related to ag health & safety in Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Nevada! Learn more here:
https://t.co/WG9u9buHwq

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

@MCN_Health @vcchealthcare Deysi is an absolute inspiration and joy to work with! We are so fortunate to partner with her as we serve farmworkers in California.

[Migrant Clinicians Network @MCN_Health]

MCN is proud to announce Deysi Merino-Gonzalez of @vcchealthcare as the 2023 recipient of the prestigious Kugel & Zuroweste Health Justice Award!
Read more in our blog:
https://t.co/V8r4eoR95Y

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

WCAHS is offering FREE frontline supervisor trainings across the state in 2024. Trainings are in Spanish and promote hazard identification, problem solving, and communication skills. Register now!
https://t.co/8G6edECZgi

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

Hello! We aren't here as often but we do have a LinkedIn page where we are posting all of our FREE trainings and safety reminders! Check it out! https://t.co/IWlTMCBkuw

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

Check out our new article about the important role frontline supervisors (mayordomo/as) play in ensuring a safe workplace. https://t.co/6ilFe8t9B6

[UC Davis Environmental Health Sciences Center @UCDavisEHSC]

The request for proposals for the next round of EHSC Pilots is out! Check out website and InfoReady. And, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Pilot Projects Program Director, Laura Van Winkle @lauravw_ucd

[NWS Sacramento @NWSSacramento]

Widespread Moderate HeatRisk is expected this weekend in the Valley & foothills. Heat and heat-related illnesses can escalate quickly! Try to stay in a cool place during the heat of the day & drink plenty of water!

#CAwx

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

WCAHS' Teresa Andrews was interviewed for a recent Univision story about outdoor agricultural work in hot weather:

https://t.co/oi2cDCbs9c

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

How Does Environmental Temperature Affect Farmworkers’ Work Rates in the California Heath Illness Prevention Study?
https://t.co/Rpl13xPrzY

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

How much, how often, and what you drink can affect how well you work on a hot day.

La cantidad, la frecuencia y lo que toma pueden afectar lo bien que trabaja en un día caluroso.

https://t.co/qIloGQkiMi

[NWS Sacramento @NWSSacramento]

An Excessive Heat Watch is in effect from 11 AM Friday to 8 PM Monday for the Valley, foothills, and mountains at elevations below 4500 ft. NOW is the time to prepare!

Be sure to have a way to stay cool and hydrated this weekend! 🌡️🥵

[NWS Sacramento @NWSSacramento]

🌡️ Widespread MAJOR HeatRisk will impact our area this weekend. This heat will be dangerous to anyone without proper hydration and cooling. Reconsider outdoor plans and if you must go outside take frequent breaks in the shade and drink plenty of water.

#Cawx

[Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety @AgHealthUCD]

Be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion: