Health Suggestions for Older Ranchers and Farmers

    Health:

• Know side effects of over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications that may reduce alertness, decrease sense of balance or interfere in some other way with work tasks

• Get adequate rest, eat nutritiously and wear proper work clothes and footwear

• Take work breaks and always stop when tired

• Know the symptoms of heart attack and stroke

• Get regular medical checkups (at least once a year) for vision, hearing, balance and muscular range and mobility.

• Consult with your physician about how physical limitations may affect safety and health at work