Work-related asthma is caused or triggered by conditions in the workplace. There are about 390 substances known to cause new onset of work-related asthma. The below link includes more information on work-related asthma in Utah.
Farming is considered a high-risk industry for WRA. Farmers are exposed to many occupational asthma triggers, but there are actions that can be done to reduce risk. See the below fact sheet to reduce these triggers.
FFA is a dynamic youth organization that is a part of agricultural education programs at middle and high schools. The Utah Asthma Program worked with the FFA to develop curriculum that can help future agriculture workers protect their health.
Respiratory disease education and training materials were created for miners and for safety and health officers. Respiratory Disease Educational Materials can be found through the Utah Univsersity Miners Hospital.
