The AHSA pilot project aimed to develop an innovative educational tool to strengthen eye-safety awareness among young adults working in agriculture. In April 2025, the Ag Health and Safety Alliance (AHSA) conducted a 360-degree video capture on the Mississippi State University (MSU) farm in collaboration with OP McCubbins. The team produced immersive scenarios featuring real agricultural activitiesequipment operation, chemical handling, and general farm work-each filmed within authentic Mississippi agricultural settings. The videos showcased proper PPE use, including face shields, chemical goggles, and safety glasses. Two young adult participants with experience in chemical handling, shop work, and welding served as role models throughout the filming process.
On September 22, 2025, Jenna and Carolyn traveled to Mississippi to deliver the Gear Up for Ag program at MSU, which included the newly developed immersive Eye Safety 360° video. During this visit, a student focus group-coordinated with OP Mccubbins-provided valuable feedback that is now guiding the final edits to the video.