Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety

Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety SCCAHS explores and addresses the occupational safety and health needs of people working in agricult Virgin Islands.

The Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety (SCCAHS) is being established as part of a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) / National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Agricultural Health and Safety Initiative. SCCAHS explores and addresses the occupational safety and health needs of people working in agriculture, fishing, and forestry in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the U.S.

Join us on Wednesday, August 26 at 1:00 P.M. EDT for an SCCAHS webinar focusing on agricultural safety education! This w...
08/12/2026

Join us on Wednesday, August 26 at 1:00 P.M. EDT for an SCCAHS webinar focusing on agricultural safety education!

This webinar focuses on a pilot project by the Ag Health and Safety Alliance (AHSA) that led to the development of an innovative educational tool to strengthen eye-safety awareness among young adults working in agriculture.

Register here: https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GFLN632rQxiL0qtlKwdOYg #/registration

08/03/2026

In addition to protecting crops, equipment, and structures ahead of a storm, the health and well-being of your farmworkers need to be accounted for.

How do coastal communities rebuild after devastating storms—and what can we learn from their resilience?Join UF Gulf Sch...
08/03/2026

How do coastal communities rebuild after devastating storms—and what can we learn from their resilience?

Join UF Gulf Scholars and the Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety (SCCAHS) for Our Gulf, Our Future: Voices from Cedar Key, an evening featuring a documentary short film and panel discussion with Cedar Key residents, local business owners, researchers, and Extension professionals.

Tuesday, September 1, 2026
5:30–7:30 p.m. EDT
📍 Pugh Hall Ocora, University of Florida

Hear firsthand stories of hurricane preparedness, recovery, and community resilience from those living and working along Florida's Gulf Coast. A reception with the panelists will follow the program.

This event is free and open to the public. Can't attend in person? A livestream will be available on YouTube.

Learn more: https://calendar.ufl.edu/bobgrahamcenter/event/55687-our-gulf-our-future-voices-from-cedar-key

Knowing the signs of heat-related illnesses can make all the difference❗🔴 Heat Cramps: Muscle spasms or pain, often in t...
07/31/2026

Knowing the signs of heat-related illnesses can make all the difference❗

🔴 Heat Cramps: Muscle spasms or pain, often in the legs or abdomen, caused by fluid and salt loss
🔴 Heat Exhaustion: Heavy sweating, weakness, cold or pale clammy skin, fast/weak pulse, nausea or vomiting
🔴 Heat Stroke: High body temperature (103°F+), hot/red/dry skin, rapid strong pulse, possible unconsciousness — THIS IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY

If heat stroke is suspected: Call 911 immediately and cool the person down as quickly as possible. For more information on HRI's visit: https://www.sccahs.org/our-resources/heat-stress/

Heat-related illness is preventable. Follow these steps to help prevent HRI's in your workplace:💧WATER — Drink water fre...
07/27/2026

Heat-related illness is preventable. Follow these steps to help prevent HRI's in your workplace:

💧WATER — Drink water frequently. Don't wait until you're thirsty. At least 1 cup (8 oz) every 15–20 minutes.
💤 REST — Take regular breaks in a cool or shaded area. Rotate workers during high-heat hours.
⛅ SHADE — Ensure access to shaded rest areas. Use covers, tarps, or natural shade whenever possible.

Learn more by clicking this 🔗: https://www.sccahs.org/our-resources/heat-stress/

Upcoming SCCAHS Webinar on August 6, 2026 @ 1 P.M. EDTIn this webinar, Dr. Nargiza Ludgate will cover preliminary data f...
07/23/2026

Upcoming SCCAHS Webinar on August 6, 2026 @ 1 P.M. EDT

In this webinar, Dr. Nargiza Ludgate will cover preliminary data from an ongoing study on New World screwworm that uncovers why Florida’s climate, livestock populations, wildlife resources, and international connections increase the state’s vulnerability to future infestations. It will also explore the potential economic and One Health impacts of a reintroduction and discuss the importance of prevention, early detection, and preparedness efforts to protect Florida’s agricultural industry and economy.

Register here: https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BQOM_iOHS3KR7rrCoukxug #/registration

The Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety won five awards at the 2026 Association for Communica...
07/01/2026

The Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety won five awards at the 2026 Association for Communication Excellence Conference in Billings, Montana.

🏅Outstanding Professional Skill (OPS) and Gold Award
Bird Flu (Influenza H5N1) Campaign

🏅Gold Award
7th Annual State of the Science Meeting

🏅Gold Award
SCCAHS Monthly Newsletters

🥉Bronze Award
Culebra, Puerto Rico Short Film

SCCAHS at the 2026 Association for Communication Excellence Conference!The Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural ...
07/01/2026

SCCAHS at the 2026 Association for Communication Excellence Conference!

The Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety won five awards at the 2026 Association for Communication Excellence Conference in Billings, Montana.

🏅Outstanding Professional Skill (OPS) and Gold Award
Bird Flu (Influenza H5N1) Campaign

🏅Gold Award
7th Annual State of the Science Meeting

🏅Gold Award
SCCAHS Monthly Newsletters

🏅Gold Award
Culebra, Puerto Rico Short Film

Heat-related illness is one of the most preventable occupational hazards facing outdoor workers, yet it remains a leadin...
06/22/2026

Heat-related illness is one of the most preventable occupational hazards facing outdoor workers, yet it remains a leading cause of work-related death and injury each summer.

SCCAHS offers a free, online Heat-Related Illness Course designed for farmworkers, fishing crews, coastal laborers, and their supervisors. It's available for individual learning or group training and covers recognition, response, and prevention.

We encourage health professionals, employers, and extension educators to share this resource widely this season.
🔗 Access the course: sccahs.org/our-resources/heat-stress/heat-related-illness-course/

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