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Safety Tips
Farm Safety
Equipment and Shop Safety
- Always wear protective gear when handling farm chemicals.
- Make sure machinery is fully stopped before clearing or repairing it.
- Make sure all safety features are in good working order and are intact.
- Make sure loose or baggy clothing are never worn near machinery.
- Observe all highway safety rules when moving farm equipment on roads.
- Make certain that PTO shafts are fully guarded at all times.
- Always know where people are before engaging or moving machinery.
- Never allow tractors to be occupied by more than one person.
- Store chemicals in a locked cabinet.
- Make sure the first aid kit is well stocked and easily accessible.
- Make sure the fire extinguisher works and can be easily reached.
Keeping Kids Safe
- NEVER allow children to ride with you while operating a tractor or other equipment.
- Inspect your farm for hazards and correct them immediately.
- Equip livestock pens, chemical storage areas, farm shop, etc. with latches that can be locked or secured so children cannot enter a dangerous area.
- Design a play area for children.
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