Rooted in Safety: An Urban Farm Safety & Risk Preparedness Workshop
Every urban farm or garden should have a clear action plan for on-site safety. Together, CRECE Urban Farms and the Los Angeles Food Policy Council (LAFPC) are hosting this workshop to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to build safer farm spaces.
So, join us for a session with the UC Davis Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety for an Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) training at the urban agricultural workplace. This training will feature elements of a successful IIPP and exercises to support real-world preparedness for on-farm risks. We will also have a presentation from Eric Tomassini of Avenue 33 Farm on the practical applications of IIPP in an urban Farm setting, a farm tour, and rapid response resources on how to best protect and inform your community.
All employers in California are required to establish an IIPP plan in writing, and basic risk preparedness can reduce the risk of injury for staff, volunteers, and visitors. Together, we’ll build a culture of safety at each farm and across the region!
What the Training Will Cover:
Foundations IIPP: Responsibility, Compliance, Communication, Hazard Assessment, Accident/Exposure Investigation, Hazard Correction, Training and Instruction, Employee access to the IIP Program, and Recordkeeping
How to Plan for Urban Farm Safety: Heat illness prevention, how to apply IIPP to urban farms
Together, we’ll build a culture of safety at each farm and across the region!
Agenda:
10 AM: Check-in
10:30 AM: Welcome & Introduction
10:30 AM - 11:30 PM: IIPP training with UC Davis
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM: Urban Farm Safety Planning with Ave 33
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM: Lunch
1:15 PM - 2 PM: Know Your Rights — Staff and Volunteer Safety
2 PM: Event close
Farmer Fuel Fund!
We’re bringing back the Farmer Fuel Fund! This opportunity allows growers commuting over 100 miles round-trip to have some of their travel expenses covered.
You can apply for the Farmer Fuel Fund | HERE
FAQ:
Will lunch be provided?
Yes! Lunch will be provided!
Is there available parking?
Yes, onsite parking is available.
Who is recommended to come to this event?
Whether you are a farmer, community gardener, or farm service provider, this event is for you. This will be an excellent opportunity to learn from one another and get to know others in your space.
Data Collection Notice
Thank you for registering for the Cultivating Farmers workshop series. As part of our commitment to equity and impact, we are collecting information to better understand who we’re reaching and how we can improve our programs.
Your responses will be used by the Los Angeles Food Policy Council (LAFPC) for reporting and program evaluation purposes only. This helps us ensure that our workshops are accessible, relevant, and responsive to the needs of farmers and food growers across Los Angeles. All questions are optional, and your responses will remain confidential and anonymous in any reporting.