Precautions to take on farm

Carry out a safety routine check of farm house and grounds for obvious fire hazards and hazardous materials.

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Store farm chemicals securely where kids and animals can’t access them.
Make a list of the chemicals for fire fighters in case of fire accident on your property.
Keep weeds and grasses trimmed to reduce the presence of snakes and dangerous animals.
Keep and store farming tools out of the way.
Establish a safety boundary around gas and diesel fuel tanks and other flammable substances.
There should be proper signage on the farm.

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Don’t wear loose clothing around equipment and work areas.
Use equipments according to manufacturer’s instruction.
Ensure to wear gloves, hearing protection and safety eyewear, face masks and respirators when working in dusty conditions as well as farm boots.
Always have a helper nearby when entering grain bins, breeding pens or other high-risk areas.
Train your staff on safety and precaution measures.

Ensure you buckle your seat belt when necessary.
Ensure you shield all PTO-powered equipment drive shafts, and keep kids at a distance from them.
Never start or run gas or diesel engines in an enclosed area without being assured of good ventilation.
Ensure there is proper safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and first aid kits.
Do not exit a carrier, tractor or truck without placing it in park or engaging the emergency brakes.
Do not leave running power equipment unattended.
Routine check and maintenance of equipments, especially and electrical cables showing cracks or other signs of wear and hydraulic hoses.

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Ensure animals are kept in good health. An animal in pain and discomfort can react aggressively and so should be promptly attended to.
Keep their eating environment clean to avoid disease outbreak.
Isolate the sick ones so as not to infect the others.
Take extra care with farm animals at breeding and birthing.