1st Quarter CLA Safety Group Meeting
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM) (MST)
Description
Join us virtually for the first quarterly CLA Safety Group meeting to obtain your TWO required safety meeting credits for the current policy period.
1:00 pm Welcome and Introductions
1:05 pm "Preventing Farmworker Heat Illness and Related Health Risks in Livestock Operations," Dr. Diego Manriquez, Colorado State University AgNext
Dr. Diego Manriquez is an Assistant Professor and Dairy Systems Specialist at Colorado State University - AgNext, whose work focuses on improving dairy cattle health, worker safety, and environmental resilience. His research integrates data‑driven approaches to disease detection, heat stress mitigation, and air quality monitoring, alongside bilingual workforce training programs for dairy personnel. He also leads student engagement initiatives including the CSU Dairy Science Club and partnerships that provide hands‑on learning and internships in the dairy industry. Across his work, Dr. Manriquez aims to advance dairy system sustainability through science‑based innovation that enhances animal health, productivity, worker safety, and environmental monitoring.
David I. Douphrate, PhD, MPT, MBA, CPE, CSP is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at the Texas A&M University School of Public Health. His research focuses on occupational ergonomics, safety leadership, and agricultural health, with an emphasis on injury prevention and improving workplace safety in agricultural industries. Dr. Douphrate’s work is supported by major federal agencies and has contributed to advancing occupational health and safety practices nationwide.
3:00 Adjourn
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