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Many people work in environments where appropriate occupational safety practices are essential. West Virginia University Extension’s Safety and Health Extension helps these workers get the training and education they need to be successful in their careers.

Nottingham’s Store in Duck, West Virginia, is one of those old-timey general stores that sells a little bit of everything — cold pop, canned goods, fishing tackle, even pipe fittings. But this century-old store recently added something brand new to its inventory — locally grown fruits and vegetables, courtesy of the Kids Market @ The Store.

Like many others across West Virginia, students in Raleigh County have headed back to school. And with the help of  $15,000 in financial support from Enel Green Power, youths who participated in West Virginia University Extension’s Energy Express program were more than prepared to return to the classroom.

Just because it’s on the internet, doesn’t mean it’s true. That’s a good rule of thumb for everything — but it’s especially important when it comes to home food preservation.

Walter Eanes didn’t know he was sick. But one day, while riding in his son Chad’s truck, he felt compelled to detail his last wishes. They were simple. He did not want a wake or funeral. He just wanted his ashes scattered at his favorite hunting spot.

Amputations are among the most severe workplace injuries, often resulting in permanent disability. West Virginia University  Extension  Safety and Health Extension’s  National Resource Center Occupational Safety and Health Training Institute Education Center  will offer the OSHA 2045: Machinery and Machine Guarding course on September 13-16 in Morgantown, West Virginia, to provide the education workers need to help prevent amputations and other life-altering injuries related to machine operation.

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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, scaffolding accidents result in approximately 60 fatalities and 4,500 injuries each year. In an attempt to help lower these statistics, West Virginia University Extension Safety and Health Extension’s National Resource Center Occupational Safety and Health Training Institute Education Center will offer OSHA 3085: Principles of Scaffolding training August 17-19 in Morgantown, West Virginia, to provide construction workers with the awareness and education needed about scaffold safety. 

“I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Jennifer during the past two years,” WVU Dean of Extension and Engagement Jorge Atiles said. “She is such a passionate advocate for West Virginia, including our agricultural community. Her work with our female agribusiness owners and farmers is so important to the state’s economic prosperity, and she has done outstanding work around the state. I am so happy to see her commitment, as well as Tom’s accomplishments, recognized with induction into this esteemed hall of fame.”