The first-ever Baxter County Safety Day is scheduled for Thursday, running from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Baxter County Fairgrounds. The event will bring educational and hands-on safety programming to area fourth-grade students, with topics ranging from all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety to emergency response.
Students from Norfork, Cotter, Hackler Intermediate School, and Mountain Home Christian Academy will rotate through various educational stations every 15 minutes. Topics covered at these stations include firearm safety, chemical handling, electrical hazards, lawnmower safety, power takeoff (PTO) equipment safety, and tree-stand safety.
The day is organized in partnership with the Progressive Agriculture Foundation’s Safety Day program and sponsored by Baxter County Extension 4-H, the Baxter County Office of Emergency Management, and the Baxter County Conservation District. In addition to the scheduled sessions, students will learn how to properly utilize the 911 emergency system and respond to various emergencies.
The event will also feature live demonstrations. Staff from the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office, local emergency medical services, air evacuation teams, and a K-9 unit will provide interactive presentations. Participants will receive a free lunch, snacks, and take-home safety materials.
For more information, those interested may call 870-425-3527 or 870-425-2335.