Manteca is one of many farming towns dotting Highway 99 through central California but boasts one of the most robust farm tourism industries. Manteca is home to several popular wineries and hosts one of the area’s most popular destination farms.

The lives of many Manteca residents revolve around their robust farming industry. Unfortunately, this industry is the source of many accidents in and around Manteca.

Farming and ranching are two of the most dangerous professions globally, with more than 400 U.S. farmworkers dying every year in the course of their profession. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), more than 2 million farmworkers and their families face a daily risk from this industry.

The most common cause of farm injuries is transportation accidents. More farmers died from tractor rollover accidents than any other type of accident on farms. Many of these are preventable deaths if the tractors are adequately equipped with safety equipment. Those who survive these accidents often suffer spinal trauma and broken bones.

Other farm accidents and associated injuries result from exposure to harsh chemicals used to produce food and interaction with large animals in the livestock trade.

Workers are not the only ones who risk injury in farm accidents in Manteca. Manteca is home to the Dell’Osso Farm, one of central California’s most popular destination farms. That farm hosts mud runs, corn mazes, and other family fun.

Farms, however, are not made for children; many of these activities can result in injury. Accidents and injuries at destination farms include:

• Slip and falls: These accidents can cause cervical sprains and injured wrists.
• Broken ankles and legs from the diverse terrain on farms.
• Impalement on farm implements.

In addition to destination farms, Manteca also boasts several popular wineries. Many people do not realize the dangers of these wineries when they visit, though.

Wineries are active agricultural operations in many cases where grapes are brought in from nearby vineyards and processed into wine. Like any food processing system, accidents and injuries can occur at any point in this process.

As with all farming communities, though, the greatest cause of accidents in Manteca is the roads that connect these farms to the rest of the community. Farm roads are often hazardous because they are narrow with poor lighting. If you’ve been injured while working or visiting a Manteca farm, please contact an experienced Manteca farm accident lawyer for assistance.

Watch the video below from the National Farmers Union for safety tips on the farm.

If you or someone you love has suffered an injury or death while visiting or working on a Manteca farm, please contact our injury lawyers for free, friendly legal advice. We can call (209) 227-1931 or (800) 404-5400.

We take cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront. We get paid only after the successful conclusion of your injury claim. With that in mind, why not reach out to us today?

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