Started by Nationwide in 2014, Grain Bin Safety Week aims to reduce the number of grain bin accidents and fatalities by fostering a culture of safety and preparedness within the agricultural community.

Our mission is zero lives lost.

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Why grain bin safety matters

One life lost is too many. Over the past 15 years, the U.S. has experienced more than 500 grain entrapments, highlighting the urgent need for improved grain bin safety. Implementing proper safety measures can prevent suffocation, explosions, falls and injuries, creating safer work environments. By prioritizing grain bin safety, we can significantly reduce accidents and save more lives.

What is Grain Bin Safety Week?

Grain Bin Safety Week is an annual campaign held during the third full week of February to raise awareness about the dangers of working in and around grain bins.

The campaign underscores the importance of grain bin safety practices and the role of grain rescue equipment and training for first responders in preventing life-threatening grain bin entrapments.

This week serves as a crucial reminder that these safety practices should be followed every day, with the goal of maintaining a safe working environment throughout the entire year.

We invite you to join our mission and discover how you can: Learn more. Do more. Save more lives.

Do more: Ways you can get involved

Help us equip local fire departments with life-saving grain rescue tubes and training.

You can make a difference by becoming a sponsor partner, making a donation or nominating a fire department today. Every contribution counts and can significantly impact our communities.

Nominate a fire department

Submit your local fire department to win a grain rescue tube and hands-on training through our Nominate Your Fire Department contest.

Nominate a fire department

Donate to help save lives

Make a donation and become a sponsor partner to help fire departments obtain essential grain rescue equipment and training.

Donate now

Learn more: Stay safe around grain

Working in and around grain bins can be very dangerous. It’s important to follow safety precautions and guidelines to help prevent incidents.

View more grain bin safety resources

Save more lives: The impact you've made

Providing first responders with grain rescue equipment and specialized training is a critical part of our campaign. These stories highlight the life-saving impact of this program.

Firefighters with grain bin rescue equipment

Lives saved

Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and donors, Nationwide's Grain Bin Safety Week has equipped more than 400 fire departments across the country with grain rescue tubes and training. This vital support has saved multiple lives from grain bin entrapments.

Read more about lives that have been saved
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