How Does Safety Rate on Your Farm or Ranch?

Checklist

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Priority level

Target date

Hazard corrected

WORKSHOP

Are all electrical outlets in the shop properly grounded with ground fault circuit interrupters?

Are floors kept dry at all times?

Is personal protective equipment available (e.g., goggles, face shields, hard hats, etc.)?

Is a stocked first-aid kit available?

Are work areas debris-free and uncluttered?

Is there adequate lighting to prevent working in shadows?

Are suitable receptacles available for oily rags, used oil, etc.?

Are there at least two exits available?

Is adequate, well-organized storage available for tools and equipment?

Are extension cords used only for temporary work?

Are portable lights properly shielded to prevent breakage?

Are portable tools unplugged when not in use?

Are benches tidy and drawers kept shut?

FIELDS, WOODLOTS, LANES DRIVES, AND YARDS

Do you leave a sufficient turning area for machinery along ditches and embankments?

Are washouts repaired and filled so vehicles will not be stuck?

Do you trim low tree branches that could hit equipment?

If underground utilities (e.g., gas lines, power lines, etc.) cross your farm, are they well marked?

Do you keep your drive/lane in good condition, free of ruts and bumps or stones?

Are all gates (yard and field) wide enough for machinery and trucks to enter and exit easily?

Are workers made aware of overhead powerlines when moving tall equipment, ladders, etc.?